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They need plenty of water at establishment, but once they are mature can handle short periods of drought. Plant the tree in well drained soil that is acid or neutral. The plant is sensitive to frost and does drop its leaves once cold temperatures arrive. Choose either full sun or light shade for growing Katsura trees.
- When should I prune my katsura tree?
- Is Katsura tree invasive?
- Do katsura trees bloom?
- How do you prune a weeping katsura tree?
- How fast do Stewartia trees grow?
- How do you grow cercidiphyllum japonicum?
When should I prune my katsura tree?
These trees should be pruned in fall after the leaves have dropped or in early spring, before the sap starts to flow (March). If needed, a few small branches can be removed in summer after the leaves have reached full size.
Is Katsura tree invasive?
katsura tree: Cercidiphyllum japonicum (Hamamelidales: Cercidiphyllaceae): Invasive Plant Atlas of the United States. Cercidiphyllum japonicum Siebold & Zucc. This map identifies those states that list this species on their invasive species list or law.
Do katsura trees bloom?
The Katsura is a deciduous tree with a moderate to fast growth rate.
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Katsura Tree Plant Profile.
| Botanical Name | Cercidiphyllum japonicum |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | March or April |
| Flower Color | Plant is dioecious; flowers red on male trees, green on females |
| Hardiness Zones | 4 to 8 |
| Native Area | China and Japan |
How do you prune a weeping katsura tree?
Keep the roots consistently damp the first 3 or 4 seasons, then soak deeply once a week if the weather is hot and dry. Prune off any branches that attempt to grow straight up, and shorten any too-long branches to maintain a pleasing shape. Usually, little to no pruning needed.
How fast do Stewartia trees grow?
Growth rate has been 6-10”/yr. with our tallest reaching 40 feet. About 30 percent of the trees planted have survived to date. Mortality has been high on heavy soils that get waterlogged or are prone to drought, but very low on moist acidic well-drained sandy loam.
How do you grow cercidiphyllum japonicum?
Cercidiphyllum japonicum will grow on most soils, with acidic soil producing the most vibrant displays. It prefers sun or light shade in a slightly sheltered position to protect from late frosts.
