ZANTHOXYLUM piperitum purple-leaved

Commonly known as Japan pepper, Sichuan pepper

Rare form of Japan pepper. Aromatic shiny purple foliage. Leaves small and pinnate. Spiny stems
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    glossy leaves to 15cm (6in) long, each with 11-23 leaflets. Yellow autumn colouring.
  • Height
    2.5m (8ft)
  • Spread
    2.5m (8ft)
  • Tall Shrub
    Bushy shrub, eventually small tree. Produces panicles 5cm (2in) long of small, cup-shaped flowers from the leaf axils. Can produce small, berry-like red fruit which split to reveal shiny, black seeds. Bark and fruit are also aromatic
  • Tree
  • 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)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade
    Light, dappled shade

ZANTHOXYLUM piperitum purple-leaved

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Berries
    These plants have berries.
    Pests & Diseases
    None
    Place of origin
    China, Korea, Japan, Taiwan.
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suitable for a shrub border
    Town garden
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf form
    Pinnate
    (see photos above)
  • Leaf margin
    Incised
    (see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Ovate
    (see photos above)
  • Pruning group
    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.

  • Scented Plants
    Scented foliage
    Aromatic foliage
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
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Zanthoxylum - Growing Guide
2.5m (8ft)
Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
  2.5m (8ft)
 

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