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Hop Tree

Ptelea Trifoliata

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Overview

The Hop Tree, Ptelea trifoliata, thrives in USDA zones 4-9 with a height & spread of 10-20 ft. This deciduous shrub/small tree sports trifoliate, aromatic leaves & clusters of tiny greenish flowers, beloved by varied pollinators. It's not fussy about soil type, tolerating drought and urban conditions. In fall, its translucent, winged seed pods closely resemble hops, adding unique textural interest to garden landscapes.

Sun Deep Shade, ShadeWater HighZones 4–9Type TreeClimate Subtropical

Hop Tree (Ptelea Trifoliata) — With minimal pruning required; which resemble hops and were used as a substitute for brewing in the past

Culture

Sun: Deep Shade, Shade
Water: High
USDA zones: 4–9

Shape & size

Mature height: 12–20 Ft.
Mature width: 12–20 Ft.

Classification

Type: Tree
Family: Rutaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Hop Tree (Ptelea Trifoliata) — With a typical mature height ranging from 10 to 20 feet and a spread of 10 to 15 feet

Hop Tree (Ptelea Trifoliata) — tree with green and white blooms; citrusy fragrance that is attractive to various pollinators.<br><br>Preferring full sun to

Hop Tree (Ptelea Trifoliata) — The Hop Tree, Ptelea trifoliata, thrives in USDA zones 4-9 with a height & spread of 10-20 ft; beloved by varied, image 79

Hop Tree (Ptelea Trifoliata) — winged seed pods closely resemble hops

Hop Tree (Ptelea Trifoliata) — scientifically known as Ptelea trifoliata; the Hop Tree, Ptelea trifoliata, thrives in USDA zones 4-9 with a height, image 86

Hop Tree (Ptelea Trifoliata) — It is notably drought-resistant once established, making it a low-maintenance option for the landscape; it is highly, image 70

Hop Tree (Ptelea Trifoliata) — tree for deep shade or shade

Hop Tree (Ptelea Trifoliata) — adding unique textural interest to garden landscapes; ptelea trifoliata's adaptability also makes it suitable for, image 85

Hop Tree (Ptelea Trifoliata) — The Hop Tree, Ptelea trifoliata, thrives in USDA zones 4-9 with a height & spread of 10-20 ft

Hop Tree (Ptelea Trifoliata) — It is notably drought-resistant once established, making it a low-maintenance option for the landscape

Hop Tree (Ptelea Trifoliata) — the Hop Tree thrives in a range of soil conditions but fares best in well-drained soils

Hop Tree (Ptelea Trifoliata) — contributing year-round interest and ecological benefits; this deciduous shrub/small tree sports trifoliate

Hop Tree (Ptelea Trifoliata) — is a versatile and hardy small to medium-sized deciduous shrub that can also be trained into a tree form, image 87

Hop Tree (Ptelea Trifoliata) — the Hop Tree boasts a lush green coloration which turns a striking yellow in the fall

Hop Tree (Ptelea Trifoliata) — the Hop Tree thrives in a range of soil conditions but fares best in well-drained soils; providing a vibrant, image 69

Hop Tree (Ptelea Trifoliata) — With a typical mature height ranging from 10 to 20 feet and a spread of 10 to 15 feet; small clusters of, image 88

Hop Tree (Ptelea Trifoliata) — which resemble hops and were used as a substitute for brewing in the past; the Hop Tree thrives in a range of soil, image 66

Hop Tree (Ptelea Trifoliata) — The Hop Tree, Ptelea trifoliata, thrives in USDA zones 4-9 with a height & spread of 10-20 ft; beloved by varied pollinators

Hop Tree (Ptelea Trifoliata) — aromatic leaves & clusters of tiny greenish flowers; it is notably drought-resistant once established, making it a, image 81

Hop Tree (Ptelea Trifoliata) — With a typical mature height ranging from 10 to 20 feet and a spread of 10 to 15 feet; small clusters of, image 62

Hop Tree (Ptelea Trifoliata) — tree for deep shade or shade; contributing year-round interest and ecological benefits, image 78

Hop Tree (Ptelea Trifoliata) — winged seed pods closely resemble hops; the plant's name derives from its seeds, image 84

Hop Tree (Ptelea Trifoliata) — the Hop Tree boasts a lush green coloration which turns a striking yellow in the fall; this resilient and, image 63

Hop Tree (Ptelea Trifoliata) — winged seed pods closely resemble hops; the plant's name derives from its seeds, image 58

Photographs by 15 contributors

Krzysztof Golik, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Georg Slickers, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
H. Zell, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
Agnieszka Kwiecień, Nova, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
User:JohnOyston, CC BY-SA 1.0 · source
Matt Berger, CC BY 4.0 · source
Andrey Zharkikh from Salt Lake City,…, CC BY 2.0 · source
Katrin Schneider / korina.info, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Alex Abair, CC BY 4.0 · source
Salicyna, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Leonora (Ellie) Enking from East Preston, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
David J. Stang, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
DiHri, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
joergmlpts, CC BY 4.0 · source

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