ARALIA elata 'Variegata'

Rare form with silver variegated leaves

Estimated availability autumn 2020 - Not yet confirmed. Could be any time between September and December.

£80.00 each

Estimated availability autumn 2020

Deciduous - large leaves to 1.2m (4ft) comprising up to 80 ovate leaflets, broadly and irregularly margined creamy white. Autumn colouring of yellow, orange or purple
White
Height - 5m (16ft)
Spread - 5m (16ft)
Tall Shrub - upright, then spreading shrub with stout, spiny stems. Flowers are followed by spherical black fruit to 6mm (¼in) across
Hardy - cold winter - Hardy 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 shade - open or partially shaded site. Shelter from winds to avoid leaf damage
Additional Features - Pests & Diseases - - aphids.
Place of origin - eastern Asia.
Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
Hardiness - Fully hardy -
Leaf Colour (if not green) - Silver variegated -
Pruning group - Pruning group 1
Suitable 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 Interest - Autumn -
Spring
Summer
Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - - humus-rich
Tree Shape - Broadly conical -