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Exposurefull sun
Watermoderate
Typetree
Distribution
Cercidiphyllum japonicum
Caramel tree
Flower Color
Description
Has an erect, narrow habit growing to 5m tall but just 1m across. The heart-shaped leaves up to 11cm long emerge dark red-purple in spring, maturing to a green colour flushed with purple in summer before turning shades of pink, orange and yellow in the autumn. The autumn leaves may release the characteristic scent for this species of burnt sugar
Mature Height
8m
Mature Spread
1m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Upright
Growth Speed
Fast · 0.5 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClaySand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H7
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 4-8
Fragrance
Foliage
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
FragrantGenerally pest-freeArchitecturalPatio and container plantsCity and courtyard gardensLow Maintenance
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7L2229Z | H: 180cm | €79.03 |
| 7L2229z | H: 180cm | €73.73 |
| 7L2229X | H: 160cm | €68.42 |
| 7L2229Y | H: 160cm | €63.12 |
| H: 60cm2229P | H: 60cm | €14.32 |
| H: 20cm2229P1 | H: 20cm | €8.27 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.