PlantFun
Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates urban pollution and drought once fully established
Watering
Water deeply during prolonged dry spells; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
Temperature
Hardy to -10°C; tolerates hot, dry summers in temperate climate zones
Characteristics
- Leaf: Ovate to elliptic, densely villous (fuzzy) on undersides, with serrated margins
- Flower: Small, apetalous, greenish-yellow blooms borne in dense clusters
- Stem/Bark: Young stems are pubescent; mature bark is gray-brown with shallow, irregular fissures
Care Guide
Watering
Water deeply every 5-7 days during dry periods
Fertilization
Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before new growth emerges. Do not over-fertilize, as excessive nitrogen can promote weak, disease-prone growth
Eggshell powder topdressing：Crush dried eggshells into a fine powder; sprinkle lightly on the soil surface and water in to release calcium graduallyPruning
- Remove dead, diseased, or crossing branches in late winter while the tree is dormant
- Thin crowded inner branches to improve airflow and light penetration through the crown
- Shape young saplings to establish a strong, balanced central leader and branch structure
- Avoid heavy pruning in summer, as this can stress the tree and increase susceptibility to pests
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats
Humans: No known toxic effects for humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Shade tree for urban landscaping, windbreak, and woodland garden specimen
