Aralia
COMMON NAME: Aralia
SCIENTIFIC NAME: Fatsia japonica (FAT-si-ah jah-PON-ih-kah)
HEIGHT: 4’- 6’
SPREAD: 4’- 6’
SPACING: 30 – 36”
TYPE: Evergreen – Shade
HABIT: Single stem, large tropical-looking leaves, rounded overall shape. Native to Japan.
CULTURE: Needs well-prepared bed, good drainage and protection from freezing weather.
USES: Shade gardens, Oriental gardens, tropical effects, and coarse texture.
PROBLEMS: Aphids on new growth and freeze damage. Severe winter can kill this plant.