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CERCIDIPHYLLUM
Genus of 2 species of deciduous trees from woodlands in China and Japan. C. japonicum is one of the largest hardwoods in Asia, reaching 45m (148ft) in height.
The wood is that traditionally used for the board in the ancient Chinese game of strategy "Go".
In certain conditions the leaves of C. japonicum exude a noticeable toffee/burnt sugar aroma.
Further Reading....
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Deciduous - grown for colourful autumn foliage.
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Tree
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Full sun - or dappled shade - shelter from cold winds -
Additional Features - Good to know - resistant to honey fungus. -
Pests & Diseases - none. -
Place of origin - China, Japan. -
Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - humus- rich.
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Neutral to acid soil
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Buy Varieties of CERCIDIPHYLLUM
CERCIDIPHYLLUM japonicum >
Commonly known as: Katsura tree.
Smoky pink or yellow autumnal colouring when a pungent scent like burnt sugar will be detectable in favourable seasons
CERCIDIPHYLLUM japonicum 'Pendulum' >
Commonly known as: Katsura tree.
A rare form with long weeping branches
CERCIDIPHYLLUM japonicum 'Red Fox' >
Commonly known as: Katsura tree.
Strong purplish foliage which appears almost black from a distance and spectacular autumn colour
CERCIDIPHYLLUM japonicum 'Strawberry' >
Commonly known as: Katsura tree.
Leaves have an attractive strawberry red tint right through the year
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
Vermin & Pest Control
Tree Guards
Essential small tree protection from vermin and strimming. This pack includes 5 x 90cm canes and 5 x 90cm spiral guards. Includes instructions.
Only £5.00
Garden Goodies
Slate Plant Labels
These wonderfully tactile natural slate plant labels are hand made in Cornwall and come with a chalk pen.
Just stick them in your pot or border. Pack of 6.
Only £10.20
Garden Goodies
Slate Tie-on Plant Labels
Hand made in Cornwall, these delightful natural slate labels are perfect for pots.
Comes with chalk pen. Pack of 5
Only £10.20
