American Bladdernut (Staphylea Trifolia) is a perennial shrub in the Staphyleaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A fast-growing, upright, deciduous, perennial flowering shrub or small tree native to North America.

American Bladdernut

American Bladdernut

Staphylea Trifolia

A fast-growing, upright, deciduous, perennial flowering shrub or small tree native to North America.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, shrub border, wildlife habitat

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for American Bladdernut

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Staphyleaceae
Genus:Staphylea
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