BlueBell Arboretum & Nursery

Growers of rare trees & shrubs

Description

Rare selection of Cercidiphyllum which has been bred for its outstanding, reliable, strawberry-pink and creamy-yellow autumn colours. As the leaves fall from the tree late in the year, they give off an aroma similar to burnt sugar or candy floss. An attractive tree all year round, the reliable, bright autumn colour makes this clone a spectacular garden tree.

Features

• Common name: Katsura Tree.
• Position: Sheltered area in full sun or light, dappled shade.
• Soil: Moist but well drained, acidic soils. Cercidiphyllum japonicum 'Strawberry' will tolerate some lime but will grow better and produce more vivid autumn colour in lime free or acid soils.
• Hardiness: Hardy. Cercidiphyllum japonicum 'Strawberry' requires shelter from strong winds.
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Eventually a medium sized tree with an elegant branching habit once established.
• Height: 15 m (50 ft)
• Spread: 10 m (32 ft)
• Notes: A specimen of Cercidiphyllum japonicum 'Strawberry', planted in the woodland garden surrounding our nursery had reached a height of 4 m and a spread of 3 m after 12 years.
• Supplied Size: 80 - 100 cm tall, rootballed plants