Roseo-marginata' and ' Riversii' are particularly popular. Grow in moist, well-drained, acidic soil in full sun to light shade. Bold, picturesque form is this tree's most imposing characteristic. Rough, scaly, gray to dark brown bark and attractive pods add to interest during winter. Unfolding leaves have a pinkish to purple tinge gradually turning a dark green in summer.
Flowers are greenish-white and female flowers have the aroma of roses.
White flowers appear in April and May before the leaves. Dark green leaves turn yellow and fall very early in autumn. Dry, winged fruits are effective from September to late autumn. Multicolored, ridged and furrowed bark is interesting during winter. Requires acid soil.