Aralia elata 'Variegata' (v)
angelica tree 'Variegata'
A large deciduous shrub or small tree, the very large bipinnate leaves with white-margined leaflets. Flowers small, white in large panicles from late summer
Size
Ultimate height
8–12 metresTime to ultimate height
20–50 yearsUltimate spread
Wider than 8 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Green Variegated White | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | White | Green Variegated White | ||
Autumn | White | Black | ||
Winter |
Position
- Full shade
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Araliaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Aralia can be deciduous trees, shrubs or perennials, with large, simple or pinnately compound leaves and tiny greenish-white flowers in large terminal clusters, followed by small black fruits
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moderately fertile, well-drained soil in partial shade. Shelter from strong winds that may damage the leaves
Propagation
Propagate by grafting, to maintain variegation
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Architectural
- Low Maintenance
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus in gardens where it is present but insufficient data to determine degree of susceptibility
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