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Staphylea pinnata
common bladdernut
A large branching shrub or deciduous tree with divided (pinnate) dark green leaves composed of pointed, oval leaflets....
7.5 litre pot
£89.99
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Plant description
A large branching shrub or deciduous tree with divided (pinnate) dark green leaves composed of pointed, oval leaflets. Long, hanging clusters of fragrant, bell-shaped, white flowers tinged with pink, appear in late spring and early summer followed by fruit that are housed in inflated, bladder-like sheaths.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or peat-free general purpose compost
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Staphylea pinnata:
Mulch during the early spring to help retain moisture as the plant has a low drought tolerance. Keep well-watered during the summer. Staphylea pinnata prefers a well-draining soil that is moist but not waterlogged, and requires minimal pruning beyond removing any dead or damaged wood.
Please note:
This shrub is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
