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  • CERCIDIPHYLLUM japonicum
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    CERCIDIPHYLLUM japonicum

    Commonly known as Katsura tree

     AWARD
    Smoky pink or yellow autumnal colouring when a pungent scent like burnt sugar will be detectable in favourable seasons
    Small
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    2 to 3 Litre   - Click to view photo
    Delivery Information
    Available late spring to early summer 2025
    £19.00 each 
    Available late spring to early summer 2025 - Spring according to the Met Office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore late spring is mid-April onwards. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
     
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    • Good to know
      The noticeable scent of burnt sugar is elusive, usually picked up away from the tree.
    • Pests & Diseases
      None.
    • Place of origin
      China, Japan.
    • Deciduous
      Mid-green leaves, to 11cm (4½in) are bronze when young. Colourful autumn colours.
    • Fully hardy
    • Entire
    • Orbicular
    • Ovate
    • Height
      20m (65ft)
    • Spread
      15m (49ft)
    • Tree
      Pyramidal to broadly conical tree, later wide-spreading.
    • 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.

    • 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)
    • Scented foliage
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Fertile moist well-drained soil
      Humus-rich.
    • Neutral to acid soil
      Leaves colour best on more acidic soils.
    • Full sun
      shelter from cold winds.
    • Partial shade
      Dappled shade
    • Broadly conical
    • Mature Size
      20m (65ft)
      tree - guide for size not form Average Person
        15m (49ft)
       
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    Cercidiphyllum - Growing Guide
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    Varieties

    CERCIDIPHYLLUM japonicum 'Red Fox'
    Katsura tree
    Strong purplish foliage which appears almost black from a distance and spectacular autumn colour
     
    Small
    £37.50
    Available late spring to early summer 2025
    Spring according to the Met Office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore late spring is mid-April onwards. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
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    Large
    £50.00
    Extra large
    £65.00

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    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
    Small - 60g sachet
    £3.00
    Medium - 150gm sachet
    £6.00
    Large - 360gram sachet
    £12.00
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