BlueBell Arboretum & Nursery

Mail order trees, shrubs, conifers and woody climbers

Three of the above Cercidiphyllum japonicum, ideal for planting as a group.

Description - Cercidiphyllum japonicum

An unusual but easily grown tree, Cercidiphyllum japonicum is known for its beautiful, heart-shaped leaves which turn from a lush green in spring and summer to fantastic shades of yellow, purple and red in autumn.

Grown from seed, the autumn colour varies from plant to plant, with the leaves of some turning brilliant orange or yellow and others turning glowing purple and red. As the leaves fall from the tree late in the year, they give off an aroma similar to burnt sugar or candy floss.

A spectacular garden tree with excellent autumn colour!

Supplied Size: out of stock

Features

• Common name: Katsura Tree.
• Position: Sheltered area in full sun or light, dappled shade.
• Soil: Moist but well drained, acidic soils. Cercidiphyllum japonicum will tolerate some lime but will grow better and produce more vivid autumn colour in lime free or acid soils.
• Hardiness: Hardy. Cercidiphyllum japonicum requires shelter from strong winds.
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Eventually a medium sized tree with an elegant branching crown once established.
  • Height: 15 m (50 ft) / [up to 5 m (16 ft) in ten years]
  • Spread: 10 m (32 ft) / [2.5m (8 ft) in ten years]
• Notes: If your interested in learning more about this plant, an article has been written about it on our Bluebell Nursery Blog. Please click on the following link to start reading: Cercidiphyllum japonicum

Plant Video

The Cercidiphyllum japonicum in our woodland gardens (taken in early October 2010).