Aralia cordata
Also Known As
- Cordate Spikenard
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 4'-8'
- W: 4'-8'
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Aralia cordata plant details
Aralia cordata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by purple fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Aralia cordata
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: araliaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 4 FT - 8 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in summer
- Uses: easy-to-grow, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Aralia cordata
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: deer, humidity
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Aralia cordata plant
How to Grow Aralia cordata
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- birds
- bees
- deer resistant
Fruit
- purple
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 6'-10'
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 3'-6'
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- even moisture - regular
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 4'-7'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 4'-8'
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- even moisture - regular
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