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Posted 02/08/2023 in Tree

Pterocarya fraxinifolia

Named after its unique pendulous green-winged nutlets, Pterocarya fraxinifolia is a large deciduous tree with dark green leaves featuring 7-27 sharply-toothed leaflets that turn yellow-green in the fall.

Post Details

Latin Name
Pterocarya fraxinifolia
Common Name
Caucasian wingnut
Planting Zone
Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8
Bloom Season
Summer
Height
30-60 ft
Spread
30-60 ft
Potential Pests
No serious problems

Plant Story

Named after its unique pendulous green-winged nutlets, Pterocarya fraxinifolia is a large deciduous tree with dark green leaves featuring 7-27 sharply-toothed leaflets that turn yellow-green in the fall.

Special Care Instructions

Freely suckers. Prefers moist soil but tolerates drought. Has an extensive root system.

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