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Trochodendron aralioides 'Big Bertha'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 10'
  • W: 8'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Trochodendron aralioides 'Big Bertha' plant details

Trochodendron aralioides 'Big Bertha' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with chartreuse, gold, green and variegated foliage. In spring and summer chartreuse flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Trochodendron aralioides 'Big Bertha'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: trochodendraceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse, gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 8 FT wide, 10 FT tall
Flowers: chartreuse blooms in spring and summer
Uses: tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Trochodendron aralioides 'Big Bertha'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

From Windcliff Garden, WA. T. ‘Big Bertha’ has a much larger leaf form then the typical T. arailiodes. This plant is much hardier. then it looks. The species does well in Boston.

Gardening facts about Trochodendron aralioides 'Big Bertha' plant

How to Grow Trochodendron aralioides 'Big Bertha'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • gold
    • chartreuse
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • chartreuse
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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