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Hop Tree

About Hop Tree

Hoptree is a small deciduous tree native to the South Eastern United States. It can be found growing in areas with especially calcareous soils. It has a bushy, rounded habit with low branches and yellow green fall foliage. It is adaptable and slow-growing.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Ptelea trifoliata

Genus

Ptelea

Family

Rutaceae

Order

Sapindales

Also known as

hoptree, shrub trefoil, wafer-ash and common hop-tree

How to care for Hop Tree

💦 Water

How often to water your Hop Tree

Hop Tree needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
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☀️ Light

Finding light for Hop Tree in your home

Hop Tree love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Hop Tree does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Hop Tree in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Hop Tree

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Hop Tree: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Hop Tree after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Hop Tree is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

How to Grow Hop Tree →

Benefits of Growing Hop Tree →

Common Hop Tree Problems →

Outdoor Care Guide for Hop Tree →

💦 Water Needs

Hop Tree prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Hop Tree Water Frequency →

Hop Tree Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Hop Tree requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Hop Tree Light Requirements →

Hop Tree Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Hop Tree is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

🪴 Soil

Hop Tree does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Hop Tree →

Best Pots for Hop Tree →

When and How to Successfully Repot Hop Tree →

What Are Healthy Hop Tree Roots →

💩 Fertilizer

Hop Tree grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Hop Tree →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Hop Tree will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.

Hop Tree Lifecycle →

Hop Tree Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Hop Tree →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Hop Tree can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Hop Tree Temperature Tolerance →

Hop Tree Hardiness Zones →

Landscaping Ideas with Hop Tree →

When to Plant Hop Tree →

How to Plant Hop Tree →

Where to Plant Hop Tree →

Winter Care for Hop Tree →

Best Companion Plants for Hop Tree →

Is Hop Tree a Weed? →

🌱 Propagation

How to Propagate Hop Tree →

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Hop Tree, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.