Japanese Aralia is an exotic looking evergreen shrub with huge 16” deeply-lobed palmately leaves that are a glossy dark green.  A late bloomer, Japanese Aralia has large clusters of creamy white flowers in umbels in fall that are followed by black fruits.   Best shape in dappled sun and moist, well-drained soils. 

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance.  No serious issues, but watch for mites and aphids.  Overly moist soils can lead to root rot. 

LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Rock Gardens, Near Ponds or Pools, Under-story Plantings, Foundation Plantings, Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS:  Lilac, Cast Iron Plant, Sarcococca