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Wichita Osage Orange
Maclura pomifera 'Wichita'
Category: Deciduous TreeLight: Sun
Wichita Osage Orange is a hardy deciduous tree known for its distinctive, large, green fruit and dense, thorny branches. It is often used for hedges and windbreaks.
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Wichita Osage Orange
Maclura pomifera 'Wichita'
Category: Deciduous TreeLight: Sun
Wichita Osage Orange is a hardy deciduous tree known for its distinctive, large, green fruit and dense, thorny branches. It is often used for hedges and windbreaks.
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Wichita Osage Orange
Maclura pomifera 'Wichita'
Category: Deciduous Tree • Osage Orange
Wichita Osage Orange is a hardy shade tree with unique fruit and attractive foliage, perfect for urban landscapes.
Mature Height: 30-40 feet
Mature Width: 30-40 feet
Light: Sun
Zone: Zones 5-9
Maintenance: Low
Growth Rate: Moderate
Season of Interest: Multi-season
Foliage: Deciduous
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