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[Robert Hartley <bob@sprucemt.com>]

One, from Mellingers, was planted in 96.  We had hard freezes on May 13
& 14 that year which nearly did it in, so it got a slow start.  The
other was from Burnt Ridge in 99.  They are both about the same size
now.

Bob Hartley  PA z6

Mark Lee wrote:
> 
> I have been growing one of these (Xanthoceras sorbifolium)in Seattle for
> about 7 years.  It is less than 3 feet tall.  The leaf buds are just
> starting to open.  It has never blossomed.  I would be interested in hearing
> more details of your tree (where and when purchased).  I bought mine from
> Raintree Nursery in Washington State.
> -Mark Seattle z7
>