{"product_id":"col-7-5l-fat-japx1","title":"Fatsia Japonica Japanese Aralia Plant, Hardy Evergreen Shade Loving Shrub, 7.5 Litre Root-Ball","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Fatsia Japonica, commonly known as Japanese Aralia or Fig Leaf Palm, is a stunning architectural evergreen shrub prized for its bold, glossy, deeply lobed palmate leaves. A fantastic choice for adding a lush, tropical feel to shaded areas of the garden, this hardy shrub thrives where many other plants struggle, making it an invaluable addition to borders, courtyards and containers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn autumn and early winter, spherical clusters of creamy-white flowers appear at the branch tips, providing a valuable late-season nectar source for pollinators. These are followed by small, round black berries that persist into spring, adding further seasonal interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eFatsia Japonica is a low-maintenance, resilient shrub that copes well with urban pollution, coastal conditions and deep shade. Its dramatic foliage creates a bold focal point in any planting scheme, whether grown as a standalone specimen, in a mixed border or as an impressive container plant for patios and courtyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's Included:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e1 x Fatsia Japonica plant supplied in a 7.5 litre root-ball\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCultural Information:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/b\u003e Fatsia japonica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e Japanese Aralia, Fatsia, Fig Leaf Palm, Glossy-leaved Paper Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClassification:\u003c\/b\u003e Evergreen shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFully Grown Height \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/b\u003e 2–4 m × 2–4 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/b\u003e Upright, Spreading, Architectural Evergreen Shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e Shaded Borders, Courtyards, Containers, Architectural Planting, Tropical-Style Gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFlowering Time:\u003c\/b\u003e Autumn to Early Winter (spherical clusters of creamy-white flowers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBerrying Season:\u003c\/b\u003e Winter to Spring (small round black berries)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePlanting Position:\u003c\/b\u003e Partial Shade to Full Shade (tolerates some morning sun)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSoil:\u003c\/b\u003e Moist, Well-Drained, Fertile Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAttracts:\u003c\/b\u003e Late-Season Pollinators, Bees and Other Beneficial Insects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardy Evergreen Shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/b\u003e Large, Glossy, Deeply Lobed, Dark Green Palmate Leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/b\u003e RHS H5 (hardy to approximately -15°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlanting and Care Tips:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in a sheltered spot in partial to full shade, in moist but well-drained, fertile soil. Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a strong root system. Once established, Fatsia Japonica is relatively drought-tolerant. Mulch around the base in spring to help retain moisture and suppress weeds. Pruning is generally not required, but any damaged or untidy growth can be trimmed back in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants For All Seasons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57694644765046,"sku":"COL-7.5L-FAT-JAPX1","price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0562\/5990\/3625\/files\/file_cb48dd84-6a37-453d-86d0-5b0b229bb937.png?v=1776388420","url":"https:\/\/www.plantsforallseasons.co.uk\/products\/col-7-5l-fat-japx1","provider":"Plants For All Seasons","version":"1.0","type":"link"}