Box Elder

Acer negundo 'Winter Lightning' Sapindaceae

Growth habit

Tree

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Location

Hillside Garden

Source of plant

Forestfarm Nursery

Description

A small deciduous tree with green leaves in the summer, turning to brilliant gold in fall. The bright gold bark of this broad upright makes it a marvelous accent in a winter garden. Prefers full sun in well-drained soil. 10' tall x 5' wide in 10 years.

USDA Hardiness Zone

3

Special characteristics

bark, fall color