Maackia amurensis (Amur Maackia)
Amur Maackia
Hardy and slow-growing, Maackia amurensis (Amur Maackia) is a small, deciduous tree with a broad, rounded canopy of attractive dark olive green leaves divided into 5-7 leaflets. The foliage often drops in fall without significantly changing color. In early summer, dense, erect panicles, up to 8 in. long (20 cm), of fragrant, white, pea-like flowers are on display. Attractive to pollinators, they are followed by flat seed pods, 2-3 in. long (5-7 cm). The shiny, coppery-bronze bark exfoliates with age into loose flakes and curls. Very easy to grow, Amur Maackia adds a pleasing presence in the landscape and makes a lovely street or shade tree for lawns and patio containers.
- Usually grows up to 20-30 ft. tall and wide (6-9 m).
- A full sun lover, this plant is easily grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Tolerates part shade but full sun is preferred. It is not fussy about soils and adapts to a wide range of soil conditions.
- Low maintenance, this plant is also generally pest and disease free.
- Native to Russia, eastern Asia.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 3
– 7 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 5
– 7 |
Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17 |
Plant Type | Trees |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) |
Height | 20' – 30' (6m – 9m) |
Spread | 20' – 30' (6m – 9m) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
Garden Uses | Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 3
– 7 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 5
– 7 |
Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17 |
Plant Type | Trees |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) |
Height | 20' – 30' (6m – 9m) |
Spread | 20' – 30' (6m – 9m) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
Garden Uses | Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |