Wofford Arboretum Central Campus

Tree Details Hardiness zone: 6 – 9 Height: 20 – 30 with a maximum of 40 Spread: 2/3 height Habit: Distinctly upright, slightly spreading with large, coarse, thick stems Light: Full sun Soil: Any well-drained soil is suitable Flowers: yellow, clustered into groupings 12 – 24 high, 8 – 18 wide Fruit: 3-valved, pink to rose capsules; 1 – 2 long Landscape use: Excellent as a small lawn tree, patio shade tree, or street tree; good specimen tree where space is limited History: Native range is China; introduced in 1888 Pests\Problems: None particularly serious although coral-spot fungus, leaf spot, canker, wilt and root rot can occur Significant Features: Beautiful, late-blooming, yellow flowers