Deciduous Tree – American Bladdernut

American Bladdernut  

Botanical name: staphylea trifolia

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: 10-15 ft in height and in spread 

Hardy zone: zones 5-9 

Growth rate: grows 6 inches – 2 ft per year 

Foliage color: green 

Flower color: white, green 

Bloom time:  spring, summer 

Pruning instructions: prune in the spring after flowering to maintain desired shape and size 

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings during the fall and winter months 

Landscape use: border, screening, accent tree, erosion control, pollinator garden

Special features: clay tolerant, shade tolerant 

Light needs: no more than 4 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top 4 inches of soil to dry out between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use a liquid fertilizer once a month throughout the spring season, and once more between october and november 

Best time to plant: spring, summer, fall 

Best type of soil:  chalky loam 

Companion plants: spicebush, american elderberry, buttonbush 

Toxicity level: non-toxic to humans and pets 

Invasive species: no