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Eleutherococcus sieboldianus

Also Known As

  • Five-Fingered Aralia

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 8'-10'
  • W: 8'-10'

planting zones

  • 5a-10a

Eleutherococcus sieboldianus plant details

Eleutherococcus sieboldianus is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring chartreuse and green flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Eleutherococcus sieboldianus

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: araliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 FT - 10 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: chartreuse and green blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eleutherococcus sieboldianus

USDA Zones: 5a - 10a
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

"A most elegant handsome-foliaged shrub" (Hillier) of loose 8-10' habit; each cluster of 3 to 5-parted leaves has a small curved prickle at its base; excellent hedging/barrier plant for shade and/or city conditions. PSh-Sh/M

Gardening facts about Eleutherococcus sieboldianus plant

How to Grow Eleutherococcus sieboldianus

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • chartreuse
    • green
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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