Phellodendron amurense
Amur cork tree
Flower Color
Description
A deciduous tree, up to around 15m high, with a broadly spreading habit, and thick corky bark when mature. Leaves are glossy and aromatic, and divided into up to 13 green leaflets that turn clear yellow in autumn. Clusters of small green flowers are produced in summer; if pollinated these are followed by small round black berries. Winter buds are coated with fine silvery hairs
Mature Height
12m
Mature Spread
8m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Spreading
Growth Speed
Fast · 0.8 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H9
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 3-7
Fragrance
Foliage
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
FragrantGenerally pest-freeArchitecturalCottage and informal gardenLow Maintenance