Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Araliaceae

Genus:

Fatsia

Species:

Fatsia japonica

Growth Characteristics

Height:

8-12 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

jan, feb, sep, oct, nov, dec

Bloom Colors:

white

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

good drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to forest understories, prefers humus-rich soils