Tree Details

Hardiness zone: 6 – 9

Height: 60 – 70

Spread: close to 1/2 its height

Habit: Spreading branches forming a round-topped oblong head

Light: Sun or partial shade

Soil: Rich, moist soil preferable

Flowers: greenish-red, open in mid to late February

Fruit: winged fruit

Landscape use: Good lawn and street shade tree

History: Native range is Virginia to Florida, west to Illinois, Oklahoma, and Texas; introduced in 1820

Pests\Problems: Pests: bark aphid, wood borer, beech scale; Problems: powdery mildew (leaves appear white)

Significant Features: Corky, winged bark on branches