A graceful deciduous tree prized for its delicate, heart-shaped leaves that turn brilliant gold and scarlet in autumn, and for its sweet butterscotch fragrance in fall. Native to Japan and China, it prefers cool, moist sites and makes an excellent specimen or shade tree in woodland gardens.
Overview
Form
Pyramidal
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
40–60′ tall × 25–40′ wide
Dormancy
deciduous
Tolerances & Soil
Zone 4aZone 8b
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ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 4a to Zone 8b
Seasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
SpringFall
Canopy
The tallest trees that form the overstory.
Succession Role
early successionalmid successional
Native Range
Japan and China
Function & Care
biomass/mulchwildlife benefit
Establishment & Care
Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, cutting
Notable Cultivars
'Pendulum' is a weeping form with elegant drooping branches; 'Red Fox' is a compact cultivar selected for superior red fall color.
