PlantFun
Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerant of open, windy sites
Watering
Water deeply during dry spells; drought-tolerant once established
Temperature
Hardy to extreme cold; withstands summer heat in temperate regions
Characteristics
- Leaf: Narrow, lanceolate to ovate leaves with serrated margins; bright green in summer, yellow in autumn
- Flower: Dioecious catkins; male catkins are reddish, female catkins are greenish
- Stem/Bark: Young bark is smooth and gray-green, becoming furrowed and dark gray with age
Care Guide
Watering
Water deeply every 7–10 days during dry periods
Fertilization
Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer once. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers to prevent weak, brittle growth
Eggshell powder top-dressing：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle 1–2 tbsp around the base in spring and autumn to boost soil calcium contentPruning
- Remove dead or damaged branches in late winter to maintain structural integrity
- Thin crowded inner branches to improve airflow and light penetration
- Trim suckers at the base to prevent unwanted spread of the tree
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats
Humans: No known toxic effects on humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Windbreak, shade tree, ornamental landscape plant
