The slightly poisonous Aralia catches the eye with its feathery leaves. It is known as a densely sprouted large shrub for outdoor planting and is also known under the synonym Japanese Aralia.
How do you properly care for the Aralia?
Aralie care includes moderate watering, annual fertilization in spring, winter hardiness down to -25 ° C, protection for young plants, winter pruning and regular removal of root suckers to avoid overgrowth.
What needs to be taken into account when it comes to watering?
Once planted and properly rooted, this Aralia does not need to be constantly watered. It is recommended to provide the soil with a layer of mulch. This means the soil doesn't dry out too quickly. At best, the environment is kept moist.
How often should you fertilize the Aralia?
Fertilize this plant with a dose of compost in spring. If there is no compost, you can also use another organic fertilizer. Fertilizers such as nettle manure and horn meal are also suitable. This Aralia will only bloom if the nutrients in the soil are right.
Do you have to overwinter the Japanese Aralia?
It is not necessary to overwinter this plant. Due to its origins, it can also cope well with a Central European winter. It is hardy down to -25 °C. However, it is advisable not to put this minimum temperature to the test.
Protect your Aralia if you have planted it in the fall. Specimens that have recently propagated should also be protected outdoors in winter. The following points should be noted for winter storage:
- Leave the leaves of the plant as protection
- Alternatively, spread a layer of compost or lay out brushwood
- Be careful not to get wet in winter
- young shoots can freeze - cut them off in spring
How to properly prune this plant?
There is nothing special to consider when pruning. The only important thing to know is that the Aralia has few branches and should preferably be cut in winter. When pruning, you can keep individual shoots and use them for propagation. Japanese Aralia cuttings are easy to root.
Tip
If you regularly remove the root runners, you must assume that the Aralia will vigorously form new runners. The only thing that helps is: remove regularly to avoid growth.
