Phellodendron amurense - 30-40 CM C5

Description
The Amur corktree (Phellodendron amurense) is a broad, picturesque small tree that produces greenish-yellow flowers arranged in panicles. They appear in June. These produce black, round fruits. The Amur corktree also has pinnate, dark green leaves. In a sunny location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of around 15 metres and grows to a width of around 15 metres.

Bulletpoints
* picturesque small tree * amber-yellow shoots * attractive golden yellow autumn colouring * Resistant to urban climates, cannot be built over

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of Amur corktree are dark green, pinnate and opposite. They are about 9 - 13 cm in size. Amur corktree is bright golden yellow in autumn.

Bark
Corky, longitudinally furrowed bark.

Spread
Asia.

Frost hardiness
The Amur corktree has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Broad, picturesque.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
- Cut and saw wounds as well as broken branches should be treated with a wound sealant as soon as possible to prevent pathogens from entering the plant. - A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.

Flower
The greenish-yellow flowers of the Amur corktree appear in panicles in June. These grow to about 10 - 12 cm tall.

Use
Solitary, park

Shoots
The shoots of Phellodendron amurense are amber yellow.

Root
Phellodendron amurense is a shallow-rooting plant and, depending on the soil, forms extensive branching roots.