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ARALIA elata 'Variegata'
Commonly known as Japanese angelica tree
Rare form with silver variegated leaves
Further Reading....
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DeciduousLarge leaves to 1.2m (4ft) comprising up to 80 ovate leaflets, broadly and irregularly margined creamy white. Autumn colouring of yellow, orange or purple
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Height5m (16ft) -
Spread5m (16ft)
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Tall ShrubUpright, then spreading shrub with stout, spiny stems. Flowers are followed by spherical black fruit to 6mm (¼in) across
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Partial shadeOpen or partially shaded site. Shelter from winds to avoid leaf damage
ARALIA elata 'Variegata'
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Additional FeaturesArchitectural interestExotic plants
Pests & DiseasesAphids.
Place of originEastern Asia.Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus. -
HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf Colour (if not green)Silver variegated
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Leaf form
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Leaf shape
Ovate
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Pruning group
Pruning group 1Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
RHS group 1 -
Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich
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Tree ShapeBroadly conical
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Aralia elata - Growing Guide
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Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
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