Habitat: It is hardy from zone 3 to 7 and grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or light shade. This species is pH adaptable and it withstands urban conditions, but cannot withstand extremely dry conditions.
Diseases: Fungal leaf blotch and physiological leaf scorch are the major problems, although mulching the root area and planting in a sheltered position away from hot, dry winds can reduce these problems. This species is also susceptible to anthracnose of the leaves and terminal shoots, canker of the branches, and powdery mildew. The wood is weak, often allowing rotting fungus to infect the tree through wounds from broken branches. Comstock mealybug, aphids, Japanese beetles, leafhoppers and walnut scale may also be problematic.
