Japanese Aralia

Japanese AraliaFatsia japonica
 
The Japanese Aralia is a fast growing evergreen that is native to Japan and South Korea, this shrub can reach 5-12 feet in height and width. Fatsia japonica produces large, dark green, deeply lobed leaves. From fall through winter umbels of small whitish flowers grow are seen which are then followed by clusters of small round black fruit. Older more established plants will spread by suckering at the base. Japanese Aralia is a good landscape choice for a tropical look.

Hardiness: Zones 8-11
Plant Use: Shrub
Exposure: Part Sun-Shade
Water Requirements: Medium
 

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