Fatsia japonica
Award-winning, exotic evergreen
Grown by Cameron
Roots' Cotswolds Valley Nursery
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Fatsia japonica
- A medium sized evergreen shrub with an open, spreading habit
- Exotic, dark green palmate foliage (leaves up to 45cm!) with small clusters of creamy white flowers followed by small, black fruits
- Perfect for shady areas of the garden as a feature plant or a backdrop for colourful perennials
- Grows to 2.5-4m high and wide within 10-20 years
- Fully hardy perennial with good pest and disease resistance
- RHS Award of Garden Merit and RHS Plants for Pollinators winner
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Fatsia japonica can be grown in a pot, provided you use a suitably sized container with good drainage.
How big does it get?
The Fatsia japonica typically reaches a mature height and spread of 2.5 to 4 metres.
How much sunlight does this need?
The Fatsia japonica prefers partial to full shade, requiring less than 3 hours of direct sunlight per day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Fatsia japonica prefers moist but well-drained, fertile soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
The Fatsia japonica requires regular watering to maintain evenly moist soil, providing about 2.5 to 5 centimetres of water weekly.
Will this plant need pruning?
No, the Fatsia japonica does not strictly require pruning, although you may remove dead or damaged branches if necessary. If you do prune, ensure temperatures are above 5 degrees Celsius to avoid frost damage.
How hardy is this plant?
Fatsia japonica has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, making it hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters down to -15°C.
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Meet Cameron
Putting shrubs in the starlight (and boy do they shine…)
Cameron is mad about plants, which is lucky, really, because he’s absolutely surrounded by them here at the nursery. Having studied at the Student Plant Unit at Pershore College, Cameron went on to compete at the Grand Finals for the 2022 Horticulturist of the Year Awards. With a team of dedicated growers on hand to help, Cameron utilises our industry-leading nursery (and the lovely, fertile conditions of the Cotswolds) to grow shrubs that aren’t just good-looking, they’re good-growing too.
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