| Common Name | Hoptree / Wafer Ash |
| Family | Rutaceae |
| Genus | Ptelea |
| Species | Trifoliata |
| Origin | Eastern North America |
| Blooming | Late Spring to early Summer, fragrant white-green flowers. |
| Leaf Color | Green (turns yellow in autumn) |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Well-drained, loamy soil; tolerates various pH levels including clay and sand.
Moderate during establishment; highly drought tolerant once mature. Water deeply in summer heat.
Full sun to partial shade for best growth and flowering performance.
Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before new growth.
Prune after flowering to maintain shape; remove dead wood in late winter.
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