Alternative Names:
comm. Castor oil plant; Japanese Aralia
Narrative Description:
A wonderful plant for shady spots in the garden. Long considered a houseplant but proving much hardier than once believed, and bringing a superb jungly feel to outdoor spaces, with large palmate glossy green foliage. Striking umbels of white flowers in autumn and winter are followed by black fruits which are popular with the birds.
Ideal Conditions:
Prefers partial shade and free-draining soil or compost.
Possible Situation:
Resilience:
Shrub (H5 -15°C to -10°C)
Habit:
Bushy
Height x Spread / Trail:
120 x 120 cm
Features:
Attracts Wildlife
Typical Season:
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter
Flower Colour:
White
Foliage Colour:
Green
Flowering Time:
October - January
Planting Recommendations:
Bed/Border
Container
House Plant
Prefers:
Part Sun
Shade
Temperature Tolerance:
A hardy plant which should survive normal winter conditions outside, especially if protected from the hardest frosts.
Plant Care:
Dislikes long periods of intense sunshine, especially in combination with drought. Remove scorched leaves as seen.
Family:
ARALIACEAE
Genus:
Fatsia
Series:
Alternative Names:
comm. Castor oil plant; Japanese Aralia
Category:
Shrub
Recommended Pot Sizes:
1Ltr
3Ltr+
Pot Spacing:
Leave enough room so that foliage does not overlap within crop time.
Typical time required from pot to sale:
0 weeks over Winter
0 weeks in Spring / Summer
Based on producing a finished pot size of 1L for plug products and 2L for liner products. (*)
Growing Media / Irrigation / Water Capacity:
Free draining - keep evenly moist
Feeding / Fertilser
(during crop time):
NPK balanced feeding
Feeding Frequency:
Requires normal/regular feeding (Standard EC)
Recommended pH:
Standard 5.0 to 5.5
Growth Regulation PGR:
Not Recommended
Temperature During Production:
Medium crop 8 - 15°C
Requires Shade
Temperature During Transport:
12-16°C
Available for Delivery:
N/A
Recommended Sales Window:
N/A
Forecast Availability:
| Wk/Yr: | 30/26 | 35/26 |
|---|---|---|
| Qty: | 5 | 8 |
Please note: this forecasted availability is a guide only. Quantities can be increased or produced earlier on request.
Common Pests:
Common Diseases:
|
100 Plants / Tray |
50 Plants / Tray |
50 Plants / Tray |
|
50 Plants / Tray |
50 Plants / Tray |
Additional Notes (*):
All information provided is based on producing a default finished pot size of 1L for our plug products, and 2L for 7cm and 9cm liner products. For alternative pot sizes please adjust cultural notes accordingly.
Finishing times - Based on average estimated climatic and environmental conditions, and are for guidance purposes only.
Temperature – These conditions assume a protected ornamental growing environment. Recommended growing is generally above 5°C.
Feeding – Does not specify controlled release or liquid fertiliser application. This choice will depend on your conditions, requirements and preferences – please contact your fertiliser consultant for suitable products to meet your requirements.
Growing media and pH – Is shown for guidance purposes only - please contact your growing media consultant for suitable growing media to meet your requirements.
Disclaimer
This information is for guidance purposes only and is based upon our own growing environment and experience during trials. It is wise to use your own knowledge about your growing conditions and local environment in order to make informed cultural decisions.
