Large tree with a broad ovoid crown. Initially the tree grows quite slenderly, but the heavy boughs broaden the crown significantly when mature and it eventually spreads to 12 to 15 m wide. The twigs and bark are like the species but the leaves are very different. They are imparipinnate with 13 - 23 leaf segments. Each leaf segment is very deeply dissected giving the leaf its characteristic fern-like appearance. It often remains (dried) in the tree for a long time into autumn and early winter. The blossom and fruit are like those of the species. Forms root suckers only when the tree is in a bad condition. Resistant to long-lasting flooding. Cannot tolerate sea wind. A striking tree thanks to its lovely leaf structure.
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twigs dark greenish brown, bark grey, deeply grooved
Leaf
imparipinnate, dark green, 20 - 45 cm, leaf segments, fern-like dissections, feathered leaf
Flowers
pendent catkins, green, ♀ 20 cm, ♂ 8 cm, May
Fruits
pendent fruit catkins, approx. 18 cm, winged nutlets
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
fertile and moist
Soil moisture
suitable for wet soil
Paving
tolerates paving
Winter hardiness zone
6b (-20,5 to -17,8 °C)
Wind resistance
moderate to good, cannot tolerate sea wind
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6)
Application
avenues and broad streets
Shape
clearstem tree, multi-stem treem
Clear stem treeMulti-stem treecalcareous soilclay soilloamy soilsandy soiltolerates pavingresistant to frost (WH 1 - 6)suitable for wet soilbroad ovoid1st size , taller than 12 metresdense crowngreengreenearly sproutaverage growingFeathered leafnon-toxic (usually)Ornamental fruit
Frequently asked questions
Pterocarya stenoptera 'Fern Leaf'
Pterocarya stenoptera 'Fern Leaf' can eventually reach a height of 15 - 20 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.
Pterocarya stenoptera 'Fern Leaf' is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 15 - 20 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.
The right time to plant Pterocarya stenoptera 'Fern Leaf' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Pterocarya stenoptera 'Fern Leaf' with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.