NATIVE- Upright, pyramidal to rounded, native deciduous tree. Blooms in early spring with attractive catkins followed in late summer by hop like fruits.Foliage is dark green changing to a dull yellow in the early fall. Slow to re-establish after transplanting. Botanical Name- Ostrya virginiana Pronunciation- OSS-tree-uh ver-jin-ee-AY-nuh Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 20 ft Mature Height- 25 ft Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Prefers a moist, well-drained, organic soil; but tolerant of dry soils Current Size- 10 Bloom Color- Inconspicuous Bloom Time- Spring Companion Plants- Pink Lightning Tall Garden Phlox – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest Fauna Attracted- Seed-eating birds, wind-pollinated but provides shelter for insects Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – Yearly Care Instructions- Prune dead or crossing branches in winter; water deeply when young and mulch well. Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to maintain shape and remove dead branches. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay around the root zone for healthier growth. Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone Possible Issues- Canker diseases, leaf spot
