Pterocarya rhoifolia - STDS 12-14 CM RB

Description
The Japanese wing nut (Pterocarya rhoifolia) is an upright, pyramidal tree that produces green flowers arranged in catkins. They appear from April to May. These produce brown fruits. The Japanese wing nut also bears pinnate, fresh green leaves. Its bark is grey-brown. In a sunny to semi-shady location with nutrient-rich, moist to wet soil, it usually reaches a height of around 15 metres.

Bulletpoints
* Attractive golden yellow autumn colouring

leaves
The deciduous leaves of Japanese wing nut are fresh green, pinnate. They are about 20 - 35 cm in size. Japanese wing nut is bright golden yellow in autumn.

Bark
Grey-brown bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Frost hardiness
The Japanese wing nut has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Japanese wing nut is an upright and pyramidal growing tree. It usually reaches a height of 10 - 15 m.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

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

Flower
The green flowers of Japanese wing nut appear in catkins from April to May.

Use
Solitary, park, avenue, street tree