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ARALIA cordata
Commonly known as Japanese spikenard
White flowers in large umbels. Pinnate green leaves
£25.00 each
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Architectural interest
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Exotic plants
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Good to know
Cut to ground after fruiting in autumn -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
China, Japan, Korea -
DeciduousAlternate, 2-or 3-pinnate leaves to 15cm (6in) long with ovate leaflets to 45cm (18in) long
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White
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Spikes
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Fully hardy
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Bipinnate
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Serrulate
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Ovate
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Height
2m (6½ft) -
Spread
2m (6½ft)
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Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennialUpright, rhizomatous perennial. Produces small flowers in panicle-like, compound umbels to 1m (39in) long followed by spherical, black fruits
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
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Very hardy
Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F) -
Summer Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size2m (6½ft)
2m (6½ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a large, shady border
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile. Humus-rich
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Shelter from strong winds
Partial shade
Aralia - Herbaceous Growing Guide
