Hardy Tree
£99.99
Spectacular autumn colour
Rarely available prize tree/shrub
Collector's item!
Height Up to 4m (13ft)
Spread Up to 4m (13ft)
Hardy Tree
cottage gardenslow maintenance gardenexotic gardenspecimen plant
full sun
A rare and much sought after small tree or shrub, prized for its exceptional autumn colour. Sapium japonicum does require a sheltered position to grow well, but it is well worth the effort and makes an interesting and unusual choice for a sheltered courtyard or city garden in milder parts of the UK. Also known as Neoshirakia japonica, it forms a slow-growing, densely branching shrub or tree, clothed in dark green, elliptic leaves around 7-16cm long. May/June sees inconspicuous flowers, followed by three-lobed, hanging seed capsules that explode their seeds with surprising force. However, it is the spectacular autumn foliage which is the crowning glory of Sapium japonicum. The large leaves transform into vivid shades of gold and crimson, and it has been described as one of the finest plants for autumn colour. If you have a spare spot against a warm south or west-facing wall, Sapium japonicum makes a fascinating choice and one which is bound to incite envy in curious gardeners! Height and spread: 4 m (13 ft).
Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on the season, meaning arrival images are an indication only.
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1 x 12 Litre Potted Plant (Height 60cm+) (KF3381)
1 x 3 Litre Potted Plant (KH0863)
Hardy through most of the UK (-10 to -5). Requires a warm position, preferably against a south or west facing wall, in full sun or light shade in well drained, neutral to acid soil. Protect from cold winds and low temperatures which may cause foliage damage and stem dieback. Little or no pruning required.
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Seeds and garden supplies will normally be delivered within the time period stated against each product as detailed above. Plants, bulbs, corms, tubers, shrubs, trees, potatoes, etc. are delivered at the appropriate time for planting or potting on. Delivery times will be stated on the product page above, or in your order acknowledgement page and email.
Orders for packets of seed incur a delivery charge of £2.99.
Orders which include any other products will incur a delivery charge of £6.99.
Where an order includes both packets of seeds and other products, a maximum delivery charge of £7.99 will apply - regardless of the number of items ordered.
Large Non-standard items may incur a higher, lorry delivery charge. Charges will be calculated at checkout, but an example of the lorry charges are listed below.
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