This is a great native under story shrub. If you see something that looks like chinese lanterns you may have found bladdernut. Bill says it is a wonderful plant for a yard. Thanks to John Howard for the photo.
Our sources for this episode include:
- American Bladdernut (Staphylea trifoliaa)
- Staphylea trifolia Fact Sheet
- Bladdernut
- There are No Insect-Free Plants, but There are Good Insects
Dear Bill and Bob,
You asked about Bluebirds at feeders- this is our second year of having them! Last year, we had one pair. They seemed to be successful, as I saw three young in the birdbath at the end of summer. This year, there seems to be one male and two females. We use 50% hulled sunflower and 50% with hulls. We feed only Late Nov to end of April.
Really enjoyed your discussion of bladdernuts – I am going to try to find some to plant.
Camilla
Thanks for sharing that you have also have bluebirds at your feeder! Hope you find some bladdernut.