Hovenia dulcis
Japanese raisintree
Notes:
Usually maintains good central leader without training needed.
Seedlings have grown 8' in a single year.
Sources: UFL, Sunset, Cal Poly, UConn, Dirr/Warren.
Tags:
attracts:birds (ex-humming)
branches strong
clay tolerant
compacted soil intolerant
deer sensitive
drought tolerant
easy to grow
edible fruit
exposure:full sun
exposure:part shade
fast-growing
form:tree
fragrant flowers
full sun preferred
habit:conical/pyramidal
habit:oval
habit:rounded
habit:upright
litter:fruit
litter:minimal
open canopy
persistence:deciduous
pest/disease free
pruning not required
root restriction intolerant
roots:low damage potential
sandy soil tolerant
showy bark
showy flowers
type:broadleaf
use:container
use:deck/patio
use:screen
use:shade tree
use:specimen
use:street
water:regular
well-drained soil required
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