Plant of the Month July 2025 -
Phellodendron amurense (Amur cork tree)

Characteristics

• Distribution: Asia
• Growth: The Amur cork tree is a broad-growing, picturesque small tree. It usually reaches a height of 10–15 m and a width of approx. 8–15 m. It generally grows 30–40 cm per year.
• Shoots: The shoots of Phellodendron amurense are amber yellow.
• Leaves: The deciduous leaves of the Amur cork tree are dark green, pinnate, and opposite. They are about 9–13 cm in size. Amur cork trees turn a bright golden yellow in autumn.
• Bark: Cork-like, longitudinally furrowed bark.
• Flowers: The greenish-yellow flowers of the Amur cork tree appear in panicles in June. They are about 10–12 cm in size.
• Roots: Phellodendron amurense is a shallow-rooted plant and, depending on the soil, forms spreading, branched roots.Location: Prefers a sunny location.
• Frost hardiness: The Amur cork tree is very frost hardy.
• Soil: Normal soil.Use: Solitary, park
• Water: The plant has moderate water requirements.Planting time: Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and during summer heat (above 30°C).