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Osage Orange

Maclura pomifera, Moraceae

Zones
4–9
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Windbreak

Growing Conditions

Soil pH

5.5 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Common BeanPhaseolus vulgaris
Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

LettuceLactuca sativa

Osage orange root exudates can inhibit germination and growth of lettuce and other sensitive crops

Uses

Functions

HedgeWildlife Habitat

Common Questions

What zones does Osage Orange grow in?

Osage Orange grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Osage Orange?

Good companions for Osage Orange include Common Bean.

Design guilds with Osage Orange and see companion relationships visually.

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