Wafer Ash

Wafer Ash, Ptelea trifoliata: Perennial Tall Shrub or Understory Tree (10-15ft)

Planting Sites: Grows in most well-drained soils, in Sun or Shade

Planting Instructions: Plant at the same depth as the soil in the container. Add 2 to 3 inches of mulch.

Watering Instructions: Water use is moderately low, after plant is well-established.

Comments: If cut back, it will get very bushy. Small White to Brown Flowers in April, Interesting seed pods. Nectar source is attractive to butterflies, birds and small mammals. Larval host for easter Tiger Swallowtail and Giant Swallowtail. High Deer Resistance.

Planting and care instructions provided by the Lindheimer Chapters of the Native Plant Society of Texas