bladdernut
Staphylea trifolia
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Division
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 8
Flowers:
White Flowers
Sun:
Full sun Partial sun
Soil:
Sandy Loamy
Fruits:
green,yellow,brown Fruits Ready In
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Bladdernut (Staphylea trifolia) thrives best when it is kept in moist, well-draining soil. Watering once a week is usually enough unless it experiences prolonged periods of extreme heat or drought. When watering, it is best to provide the plant an inch or 2 of water. When the soil feels dry, you know it is time to water again. Additionally, feel free to mist the plant’s foliage to help keep the leaves hydrated.
sunlight
Bladdernut (Staphylea trifolia) is a plant species that prefers to be in bright, direct sunlight for most of the day. During the period of growth in the spring and summer months, it is best to have the plant in full sun, which means at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day. When the days get shorter in the fall and winter, the plant can tolerate a little less intense amount of sun - about 4-6 hours per day is sufficient. It is important to avoid the scorching afternoon sun during these months so as not to damage the plant. The best place for a bladdernut to get its sunlight is where it can bear the early morning and late afternoon sun without being subjected to the more intense midday heat.
pruning
Bladdernut (Staphylea trifolia) should be pruned in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. Pruning should be light, taking off no more than 1-third of the total growth, and thinning out the branches to keep them growing evenly. Dead or damaged branches should be removed, and branches that are too crowded or crossing should be trimmed. Always make sure to leave several inches of side shoots for flowering. Bladdernut can also benefit from minor shaping throughout the growing season if desired.
