Deciduous tree has upright, spreading branches adorned by clusters of fragrant, white blossoms in spring. Shiny, peeling red bark. Leaves emerge bronze-red, mature to green and turn yellow-orange in fall. Beautiful accent, shade or lawn tree.
Plant with Butterfly Bush
Green Thumb Guide
Flourishes in enriched, well draining soil. Prune to maintain shape and structure after blooms. Feed with a tree and shrub fertilizer in early spring before new growth emerges.
These characteristics apply to the greater Sacramento area and nearby regions.
Live outside of our area? Please check with your local cooperative extension for the best growing practices in your neck of the woods
Visit: UC Cooperative Extension Offices (Opens in new window)
Visit: National County Extension Offices (Opens in new window)
Green Thumb Guide
Flourishes in enriched, well draining soil. Prune to maintain shape and structure after blooms. Feed with a tree and shrub fertilizer in early spring before new growth emerges.
These characteristics apply to the North Texas area and nearby regions.
Live outside of our area? Please check with your local cooperative extension for the best growing practices in your neck of the woods
Visit: Texas A&M Extension Offices (Opens in new window)
Visit: National County Extension Offices (Opens in new window)
