Hop Tree

Scientific Name: Ptelea trifoliata
Zone: 4-9
Mature Height: 15-20 ft
Mature Width: 15-20 ft
Fruit: Pendulous cluster of samara
Flowers: Greenish white
Bloom Time: June
Growth Rate: Medium (12” – 24” per year), but with plenty of water and fertilizer can grow very quickly
Soil: Average, well-drained soil
Drought Tolerance: Good
Flood Tolerance: Poor
Sun Requirements: Sun or part-shade
Fall Color: Yellow
Wildlife Value: Nutlets that are produced feed several songbirds, deer, turkey and small mammals.