Cercidiphyllum japonicum Katsura 7.5L

• Stunning Foliage: 'Katsura' features heart-shaped leaves that emerge bronze in spring, turn bright green in summer, and transition to a spectacular display of yellow, orange, and pink in autumn. The autumn foliage is particularly striking and is one of the main attractions of this tree.

• Autumn Fragrance: In autumn, as the leaves begin to fall, they release a distinctive sweet fragrance, often likened to burnt sugar, caramel, or cotton candy. This adds an extra sensory element to the garden as summer fades.

• Elegant Growth Habit: This tree forms a broadly conical shape with a graceful, weeping habit. It typically reaches a height of 10-12 metres, making it ideal as a specimen tree in larger gardens or parkland areas.

• Attractive Bark: As the tree matures, its smooth grey bark develops shallow ridges, adding texture and interest even during the winter months when the tree is bare.

• Sun to Partial Shade: 'Katsura' thrives in full sun to partial shade, performing best in moist, well-drained soils. It prefers slightly acidic soil but will tolerate a range of conditions provided it is kept consistently moist, especially in dry weather.

• Moisture-Loving: This tree prefers moist, fertile soils and benefits from regular watering during dry spells, particularly in its early years. It’s well-suited to areas near water features, where it can make the most of consistently damp soil.

• Versatile Garden Use: 'Katsura' makes an excellent focal point in larger gardens, offering year-round interest with its attractive foliage, sweet fragrance, and appealing shape. It can also be planted in groups or used as part of a mixed woodland setting.

• Low Maintenance: Once established, this tree requires minimal care. It may need occasional formative pruning to maintain its shape, but otherwise, it is a robust and low-maintenance option for the garden.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy in the UK (H5), 'Katsura' can withstand cold winters and is suitable for most areas, although it may need protection from strong winds when young.

Cercidiphyllum japonicum 'Katsura' is a stunning tree that provides year-round beauty, from its vibrant foliage to its unique autumn fragrance. Perfect for larger gardens, it adds elegance and charm, making it a standout feature in any landscape.

Deciduous. Will lose all of its leaves in autumn. Fresh new growth will appear in the spring. 

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Water and feed generously in the summer. If you're growing your fruit tree in a container then the soil recommended is John Innes No.2 and you must refresh this compost every 2-3 years. This tree  is deciduous, it will lose its leaves in autumn before new growth appears in the spring.

Images are used for illustrative purposes only. Due to the maturity of the plant and the time of the year, plants may not arrive looking like our images.