Age / Size: 1-0, 2-0 / 18-24" · Height: 20-35 ft (6-11 m); some specimens to 50 ft · Spread: rounded to oval top with horizontal drooping branches; trunk 7-10 in diameter Crown shape: Slender understory tree with shaggy, hop-like fruit clusters Light: Partial to deep shade; does not demand much light · Soil: Succeeds in most soils, thrives in good loam; tolerates heavy clay · Moisture: Tolerates drought · Zones: not stated · Growth rate: Rather slow — only 10-15 ft tall in 15 years Flowers / fruit: Hop-like papery fruit clusters in late summer; showy shaggy bark gives winter interest Wildlife & landscape: Seeds feed grouse and small mammals; excellent cover tree; very hard wood Native range: Dry, rocky forests and slopes across eastern North America Cautions: Low maintenance and appropriate for urban settings; a planted row can be pruned into an interesting hedge. Does not tolerate salt, so avoid seaside sites. No serious insect or disease problems, though gypsy moth can defoliate it. Source: NC State Extension

PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS: All Tree Sale orders are to be picked up at Farmstead Flats (6338 Lovers Lane, Portage, MI 49002) - on April 16th, 2026 (9am-5pm) and/or April 17th, 2026 (9am-12pm)