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Cercidiphyllum japonicum (katsura tree)

Cercidiphyllum japonicum Photo/Illustration: Janet Jemmott


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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Cercidiphyllum japonicum sir-sid-ih-FIL-um jah-PON-ih-kum Common Name: katsura tree Genus: Cercidiphylllum
This spreading, deciduous tree native to Japan and China has a rounded form and rounded, redbud-like leaves. It grows to 70 feet tall and 50 feet wide and sports brilliant red, apricot, and yellow fall color. Early spring flowers are insignificant. This attractive tree makes an excellent specimen. 'Pendula', a weeping form, is this species' most popular cultivar.
 Care: Provide Full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral, fertile soil in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to 8.
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 No serious problems
Height Over 30 ft.
Spread Over 30 ft.
Light Full Sun Only;Full Sun to Part Shade;Part Shade Only
Moisture Medium Moisture
Maintenance Low
Characteristics Showy Fall Foliage
Uses , Specimen Plant/ Focal Point, Fall Interest
Type ,Trees

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