Japanese Aralia
Scientific Name: Fatsia japonica (Thunb.) Decne. & Planchon
Synonym: Aralia japonica, Aralia sieboldii
Family: Araliaceae
Sunset®: 4-9,13-31
USDA: 8-10
Frost Tolerance: Hardy in Phoenix
Sun Exposure: Shade
Origin: Japan
Growth Habits: Evergreen shrub to 6 feet tall (2 m), 3 feet wide (90 cm); large tropical looking leaves with palmate shape
Flowers: White flowers
Watering Needs: Regular water
Propagation: Seeds, suckers, cuttings
The Japanese Aralia grows extremely well in Phoenix. Plan enough room since it will reach 4 feet tall by 3 feet wide in a year if the conditions are to its liking.
Blooming Habits:
Small white flowers in the fall, followed by black, globular berries, 1/3 inches in diameter
Culture:
Best in moist, acid, high in organic matter soils, but tolerates light-sandy and heavy-clay soils. Prune old growth and unwanted suckers in spring.
Propagation:
Transplant suckers in spring.
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