About

Pterocarya rhoifolia, the Japanese wingnut, is a large, deciduous tree producing the characteristic large, pinnate leaves, pendulous catkins and spikes of winged fruits of the genus. A handsome and architectural specimen tree for a large, moist, sunny garden.

About the genus

Pterocarya, the wingnuts, are tall, deciduous trees with large, pinnate leaves, tiny flowers in pendulous catkins in spring and spikes of attractive, winged fruits in autumn. Grown as specimen trees in large, moist gardens.

Plant details

Suggested usesSpecimen planting, gardens, parks.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Stake young.
PruningPrune in late winter or after flowering.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.