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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 120 days

Germination: sow seed 3/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: remove seed from capsules before treatment

Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Northern Mexico, Ohio, Oklahoma, Ontario, Pennsylvania, Québec, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia

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Ptelea trifoliataPtelea trifoliata

Common Hoptree, Hop Tree, Stinking Ash, Wafer Ash

In Stock: 4.947 lb (Total:4.947lb)

Ptelea trifoliata

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4.95 lb

Details

Germination:

98%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

14,223

Quantity:

4.95 lb

Collected in:

Ukraine

Crop year:

2023

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1834101

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 120 days

Germination: sow seed 3/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: remove seed from capsules before treatment

Native

Introduced

Common Hoptree (Ptelea trifoliata) is a versatile and odoriferous addition to any landscape. Known by many names, including Wafer Ash and Stinking Ash, this small deciduous tree brings unique appeal and utility. Originating from eastern and central U.S., it thrives in USDA Zones 4-9, reaching heights and widths of 15-20 feet. With its preference for part to full shade, this low-maintenance species adapts well to average, dry to medium, well-drained soils. Ideal for rocky bluffs, open woodlands, and river valleys, it tolerates drought, dry soil, and shallow, rocky ground.

Hoptree's trifoliate, shiny dark green leaves emit a peculiar scent and turn a charming greenish-yellow in autumn. Despite their small size, the greenish-white flowers provide a subtle charm in May and June, ultimately giving way to its distinctive wafer-like samaras that persist through winter, offering visual interest and nourishment for wildlife. Celebrated for being the northernmost host plant for the Giant Swallowtail caterpillar, this tree also attracts bees, flies, and ants, ensuring a lively garden environment. Use it creatively as a specimen, or for informal hedging that adds both summer greenery and winter intrigue.