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Maackia amurensis 'Summertime'
Common Name: Summertime Amur Maackia
Maackia amurensis ‘Summertime’ (Summertime™ Amur Maackia) is a compact deciduous tree with a rounded to upright-oval habit, featuring silvery new foliage that matures to dark green. Upright clusters of creamy white, pea-like flowers appear in midsummer, and the bark develops attractive mottled bronze to olive tones with age. This University of Minnesota selection is especially valued for its smaller mature size and cold hardiness. Type: Tree (Deciduous) Mature Size: 12–15' W × 15–20' H USDA Zones: 3a–7b Form: Rounded to upright-oval Light: Full sun Soil / Water: Well-drained, adaptable soils; low to moderate water, drought tolerant once established Bloom Time / Length: Midsummer; moderate (about 2–3 weeks) Wildlife: Bees Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent as a small shade tree, specimen, or street tree for tighter spaces. Its compact size makes it more manageable than the species, while still offering silvery spring foliage, fragrant summer flowers, and attractive bark. It is also noted for urban tolerance and few serious pest or disease issues. Care: Plant in full sun in well-drained soil. Water regularly during establishment, then only during extended dry periods. Minimal pruning is needed beyond early structural shaping. Avoid poorly drained sites for best long-term performance.
| Plant Type: | Deciduous Tree, Flowering Ornamental Tree |
| Width: | 12-15' |
| Height: | 15-20' |
| Fragrant: | No |
| Fruit | Yes |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Zone: | 3 - 7 |
| Deer Resistant: | No |
| Salt Tolerant: | No |
| Drought Tolerant: | No |
| Exposure: | Full Sun |
| Bloom Time: | Mid Summer |
| Landscape/Use: | Provide Shade, Specimen, Street Tree |
| Shape: | Upright, Oval/Rounded |
| Soil Type | Well Drained, Highly Adaptable |
| Flower Color: | White |
| Leaf Color: | Green |
| Fall Color: | Green |