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Trohodendron araloides
A handsome tree in the wild, sometimes starting as an epiphyte. In a cool temerate climate it remains as a shrub. Grown for its exceptionally neat, spiral arrangement of attractive foliage. The whorl of leaves holding the terminal cluster of green flowers at their centre. Prefers a sheltered site, sun or part shade. Good fertile moisture retentive soil. Hardy to cold.
Genus
Trohodendron
Species
araloides
Cultivar
Common name
Trochodendron
Family name
Trochodendraceae
Place of origin
Japan
DETAILS
Height
3 m
Width
2 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Prefers good loamy soil
Moisture
Prefers even soil moisture
Exposure
Grows in sun or semi-shade / Must be sheltered from wind. / Will tolerate moderate frosts
Enthusiast / Sanctuary / Texture
Shrubs
Category
Large, over 3 metres.
Availability
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
Where to buy our plants
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