Leatherwood (Dirca palustris)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Shrub

Leatherwood
Dirca palustris

Leaves of Leatherwood
Leaves of Leatherwood
 
Features
Autumn color is a mild yellow. 
 
Culture
Full sun to shade; moist, well drained soils; tolerates alkaline soil. 
 
Cultivars
 
 
Mature Height
2-5 Feet
 
Size
Small
 
 
Mature Width
2-5 Feet
 
Mature Form
Rounded 
 
Native To:
United States 
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
4 - 9 
 
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Tolerance
Alkaline Soil
Salt
Wind
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Shade
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
 
 
Uses
Border
Naturalizing
 
 
Foliage Color
Green
 
 
Fall Foliage Color
Yellow
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage


 
Additional Notes
May be difficult to find.

 

 
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