Katsura Tree. A deciduous weeping tree, with rounded, heart-shaped, green leaves, tinted bronze, when young. Grown for its brilliant autumn colours of yellow, orange, and red. Max Height 6m. Max Spread 8m. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Cercidiphyllum japonicum f. pendulum
A deciduous weeping tree, with rounded, heart-shaped, green leaves, tinted bronze, when young. Grown for its brilliant autumn colours of yellow, orange, and red.
Additional information
| Generic | Cercidiphyllum |
|---|---|
| Species | japonicum |
| Varietry | f. pendulum |
| Common Name | Katsura Tree |
| Flower Colour | |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 6m |
| Family | Cercidiphyllaceae |
| Spread | 8m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Small weeping |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Woodland, Specimen |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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