{"product_id":"phellodendron-de-lamour","title":"Amur Corktree","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmur Corktree (\u003cem\u003ePhellodendron amurense\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast-Growing Shade Tree for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones\u0026nbsp;4–7)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Expert Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Amur Corktree (\u003cem\u003ePhellodendron amurense\u003c\/em\u003e) is a fast-growing, very cold-hardy tree ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 4–7). It typically grows 2–3 ft per year (60–90 cm) and reaches 30-40 ft (9-12 m) at maturity. Best for shade, urban planting, and large landscapes, it offers attractive cork-like bark and golden fall colour along with excellent adaptability to a wide range of soils and urban conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Amur Corktree for Ontario and Eastern Canada?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tough, fast-growing shade tree that thrives in cold climates and urban environments while providing unique bark texture and seasonal colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zone 4 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 4–7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shade, ornamental planting, urban landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fall colour and cork-textured bark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative \/ Non-native:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to northeastern Asia, widely planted in Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt adapts well to:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-drained soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAverage to moderately moist soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClay, loam, sandy, or humus-rich soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUrban and suburban environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold climates, snow load, and variable soil conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTree Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–40 ft (9–12 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Spread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–35 ft (9–10 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–3 ft per year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 4–7)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun Exposure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil Preference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWell-drained, adaptable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Needs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60+ years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs Amur Corktree Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Amur Corktree if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want fast shade within 5–7 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a medium to large yard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou live in Zone 4–7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a unique ornamental tree with textured bark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a tree for urban or suburban planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot ideal if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour yard is very small (moderate spread)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a narrow or columnar tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are planting too close to foundations or sidewalks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackyard shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUrban street tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge landscape planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront yard focal tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePark and municipal planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it works:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast growth, wide canopy, and high adaptability make it ideal for creating shade quickly in both residential and urban environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes Amur Corktree Special?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA distinctive ornamental tree valued for its texture, resilience, and seasonal appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emergence of fresh green compound foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense canopy providing ample shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Golden-yellow foliage adds seasonal colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thick corky bark provides strong visual interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWinter Survival in Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, Amur Corktree is hardy in Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 4–7 and tolerates typical Canadian winter conditions including snow load and freezing temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst-year tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 2–3 inches of mulch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply before the first hard frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect from strong winds in exposed areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Guide for Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest planting time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring (April–June)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly fall (September–October)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20–25 ft from foundations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25–35 ft between trees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering (first year):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply once per week\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust based on rainfall and soil drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Answers (FAQ)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does Amur Corktree grow in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTypically 2–3 ft per year in good conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it cold hardy in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is hardy to Zone 4 and performs well in Zones 4–7.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need another tree for pollination?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, it does not require another tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the roots invasive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, roots are generally not invasive, but allow 20–25 ft spacing from structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it messy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLow to moderate—fruit may drop but is usually not a major issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompare With Similar Trees\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 99.9572%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.1791%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTree\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.2267%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 31.3673%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Feature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.3182%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.1791%;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/amur-corktree\" title=\"Amur Corktree (Phellodendron amurense)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/amur-corktree\" title=\"Amur Corktree (Phellodendron amurense)\"\u003eAmur Corktree\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.2267%;\"\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 31.3673%;\"\u003eCork-textured bark; broad spreading form\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.3182%;\"\u003eSpecimen tree, large landscapes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.1791%;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/honey-locust\" title=\"Honey Locust (Gleditsia triacanthos)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/honey-locust\" title=\"Honey Locust (Gleditsia triacanthos)\"\u003eHoneylocust\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.2267%;\"\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 31.3673%;\"\u003eLight shade canopy; Fine-textured foliage, strong urban tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"1166\" data-start=\"1122\" data-col-size=\"md\" style=\"width: 25.3182%;\"\u003eStreet tree, light shade, urban planting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.1791%;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/kentucky-coffee-tree\" title=\"Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus dioicus)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/kentucky-coffee-tree\" title=\"Kentucky Coffee Tree (Gymnocladus dioicus)\"\u003eKentucky Coffee Tree\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.2267%;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 31.3673%;\"\u003eBold branching, very large compound leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.3182%;\"\u003eSpecimen tree, modern landscape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping Across Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNursery-grown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully packaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped to your door in Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy root system guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/deciduous-trees-of-eastern-canada\" title=\"Collection: Deciduous Trees\"\u003eDeciduous Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/zone-3-plants-eastern-canada\" title=\"Collection: Hardiness Zone 3 Plants\"\u003eHardiness Zone 3 Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated articles:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Arbresenligne.com","offers":[{"title":"Small (110 ml)","offer_id":47322065436991,"sku":null,"price":4.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large (310 ml)","offer_id":47322065469759,"sku":null,"price":6.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/8241\/1327\/files\/illustration-Phellodendron-de-l-amour.jpg?v=1708114998","url":"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/amur-corktree","provider":"Arbresenligne","version":"1.0","type":"link"}