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    FATSIA japonica

    Commonly known as False castor oil plant, Japanese figleaf palm

     AWARD
    Excellent glossy foliage and an attractive habit which makes for an architectural or feature plant
     
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    • Architectural interest
    • Berries
      These plants have berries.
    • 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
      South Korea, Japan.
    • Evergreen
      Leaves with 7-11, usually toothed, lobes. Leaves are dark-green, 15-40cm (6-16in) long.
    • White
      Greenish white
    • Border
      Suitable for a shrub border
    • Patio / pot plants
    • Sub-tropical / mediterranean
    • Fully hardy
    • Height
      1.5-4m (5-13ft)
    • Spread
      1.5-4m (5-13ft)
    • Tall Shrub
      Spreading, suckering, rounded shrub. Creamy-white flowers on long stalks in autumn followed by small, black fruit
    • 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.

    • 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)
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
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    • Fertile moist well-drained soil
    • Full sun
    • Partial shade
    • Bee friendly
    • Rabbit Resistant
    • Mature Size
      1.5-4m (5-13ft)
      Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
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