
Ironwood
Ostrya Virginiana
This slow-growing, hardy, medium-sized tree has slender, spreading branches. Hop-like fruits add interest in late summer and the persistent brown leaves add winter interest. Good for street or lawn, it is tolerant of dry locations. 2008 GreatPlants® for the Great Plains winner.
Sun / Shade Ratio
Shade Tolerance
Sun Tolerance
Attributes
SHAPE |
Oval to Rounded | |
FOLIAGE |
Bright Green | |
FALL FOLIAGE |
Golden Yellow | |
MINIMUM HEIGHT |
30 |
Feet |
MAXIMUM HEIGHT |
50 |
Feet |
MINIMUM SPREAD |
25 |
Feet |
MAXIMUM SPREAD |
25 |
Feet |
HARDINESS ZONES |
3, 9 |