Staphylea trifolia
Prefers moist soil but can grow in a variety of soil conditions. Grows in both part to full shade. Can be used in naturalized areas, shady woodlands and gardens. Will form thickets if in preferable growing conditions. Attracts pollinators.
Height : 10-15 feet
Spread : 10-20 feet
Light : Part shade to full shade
Water : Medium to moist
Soil : Sand, loam, clay
Zone : 3
Leaves : Trifoliate leaflets with a medium to dark green and are hairless
Stem : Gray with rough texture. Branches smooth with black and light gray streaks
Flower : Drooping clusters of white flowers that are bell-shaped. The bloom period is late spring for 2-3 weeks
Fruit : Unique green to light brown seed capsules which mature in fall
Habit : A multi-stemmed shrub with irregular, sparse branching form