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FATSIA polycarpa 'Green Fingers'
Commonly known as False castor oil plant, Japanese fig leaf palm
Longer stalked, less glossy leaves than F. japonica. A recently introduced Taiwanese species which is frost hardy to -10° and has made a very attractive free standing shrub here
£27.50 each
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Architectural interest
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Good to know
Ideal in a shaded, sheltered courtyard or as a large container plant in a cool conservatory. Wildlife plant - insects. -
Pests & Diseases
Mealybugs and scale insects under glass -
Place of origin
Taiwan -
EvergreenRounded leaves to 30cm (12in) long with 5-9 elliptic, toothed lobes with long, slender points
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BorderSuitable for a sheltered shrub border
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Patio / pot plants
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Sub-tropical / mediterranean
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Fully hardyBorderline
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Lobed
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Height
3.5m (11ft) -
Spread
2m (6½ft)
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Tall ShrubYoung branches, leaves and inflorescence initially brown-hairy, later smooth. Flowers in the form of rounded clusters to 2.5cm (1in) of about 20 appear in early winter followed by spherical, purplish fruits in spring
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Pruning group 6
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs or climbers that need little to no pruning.
Action: Trim back shoots that spoil symmetry and to fit available space.
When: Annually after flowering if on previous year's growth, or in later Winter or Spring if flowering on current year's growth, or as requires.
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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)Borderline -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
Light, dappled shade. Shelter from cold winds. -
Bee friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size3.5m (11ft)
2m (6½ft)
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