3 Yellowhorn, Xanthoceras sorbifolium, Tree Seeds (Showy, Hardy, Fall Color)

Other Names: Yellowhorn, Chinese Flowering Chestnut, Shiny Leaf Yellowhorn
Zone: 4 to 7
Growth Rate: Moderate-Slow, 12 inches or less annually. Blooms at an early age.
Plant Type: Deciduous flowering shrub or small tree
Family: Sapindaceae
Native Range: Northern China
Height: 8 to 25 feet
Spread: 10 to 25 feet
Shape: Upright
Bloom Time: May
Bloom Color: White with red or yellow center
Flower/Fruit: 6 to 10 inch clusters of 5 petaled, 1 inch, star-shaped, mildly fragrant flowers.  Flowers are followed by 2.5" fruits containing edible nuts.
Sun: Full Sun
Fall Color: Yellow
Drought Tolerance: Moderate
Water: Medium
Maintenance: Low
Site Requirements /Soil Tolerances: Easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soil in full sun. Prefers loamy soil. Very adaptable plant with tolerance for a wide range of growing conditions, including partial shade, damp soils or some drought.
Culture: Does not like being transplanted. Leaves and flowers are frost tender. It is self pollinating.
Uses: Grow as a specimen or in groups near the home, in the lawn or shrub border or near the patio. Also may be an effective background for spring flowering perennials. Good cut flower.


Sowing Xanthoceras sorbifolium Seeds:
For best results, please follow the instructions in the order provided.
Scarify: Lightly sand the seed with sandpaper or a file, then pour hot water over seeds and soak in water for 24 hours.
Stratify: None
Germination: Sow 1” Deep