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ZANTHOXYLUM simulans
Commonly known as Chinese prickly ash
(bungei) - an unusual tall shrub with distinctly spiny branches and greenish yellow flowers in early summer followed by small rounded reddish fruits
Further Reading....
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Deciduousleaves to 20cm (8in) long, each with up to 11 toothed, glossy, dark-green leaflets which turn yellow to reddish yellow in autumn.
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YellowGreenish yellow -
Height6m (20ft) -
Spread5m (15ft)
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Tall ShrubSpreading shrub or small tree. Produces tiny, cup-shaped flowers in cymes 5cm (2in) across. Fruits split to reveal glossy black seeds.
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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) -
Full sunOr light dappled shade.
ZANTHOXYLUM simulans
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Additional FeaturesBerriesThese plants have berries.
Good to knowHusks are used for culinary purposes, seeds are discarded.
Pests & DiseasesNone.
Place of originChina, Japan, Taiwan. -
HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf form
Pinnate(see photos above) -
Leaf margin
Incised
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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 InterestAutumnSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soil
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Tree ShapeRounded to broadly spreading
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Zanthoxylum - Growing Guide
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6m (20ft)
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Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
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