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Foliage detail
- Size:
Height: 15-30'; Spread: 20'
- Growth:
Moderate
- Character:
Evergreen; spreading form; dense canopy.
- Foliage:
Creamy white flowers in clusters 6" across bloom March - May; green, inedible fruit follows (not considered messy). Smooth, medium gray bark.
- Flower:
Creamy-white flowers in clusters 6" across, bloom March-May.
- Fruit:
Yellow fruit, 1" across, occasionally forms in the fall.
- Bark:
Smooth, gray bark.
- Watering:
In general, 15-20 gallons per week for the first 2 years; 15-20 gallons twice a month for the 3rd year; as needed after 3 years (varies by soil, sun, and wind conditions).
- Tree Care:
Moderate. Early pruning will establish and maintain a central leader and train a good shape. Remove inner branches to open crown for light.
- Tolerance:
Sandy soils. Sun or shade.
- Special Considerations:
Trees often lightly rooted at time of planting. Needs good drainage, extra water in sandy soils or windy conditions.
- Notable Traits:
Native to China. Heavy textured tree with interesting foliage. Attracts birds.