About
This spreading deciduous tree to 15m in height, with leaves to 40cm long, composed of about 11 ovate leaflets turning yellow in autumn; clusters of small, aromatic white flowers in late summer may be followed by clusters of red fruit.
About the genus
Tetradium can be deciduous or evergreen trees, with attractive pinnate leaves and sprays of small, cup-shaped flowers followed by dense clusters of small but colourful seed capsules
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectWest-facing, East-facing, South-facing, North-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeTrees
HabitBushy
FoliageDeciduous
HeightHigher than 12 metres
Spread4-8 metres
Time to full height20-50 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens
Native toChina Korea
FragranceFlower
Care notes
CultivationGrow in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade
PruningPruning group 1
PropagationPropagate by seed sown in a seedbed in autumn. Insert root cuttings in midwinter
Pest resistanceUsually pest-free
Disease resistanceUsually disease free