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Cercidiphyllum japonicum - Katsura Tree

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Cercidiphyllum japonicum is more than just a tree, it's a horticultural delight that brings unmatched splendor to any garden space. Better known as the Katsura Tree, this natural marvel - native to Japan and China - captures the best of all seasons with its heart-shaped leaves that shift colors - from a lively bluish-green in summer to an awe-inspiring spectrum of yellow, orange, and pink in the autumn. This deciduous wonder, originating from our 'Tree' collection, matures into an elegant rounded, pyramidal form, reaching admirable proportions of 40-60 feet in height and spreading out to 20-30 feet. While it possesses a commanding visual presence, the Katsura Tree offers more than what meets the eye - when its vibrant leaves begin to fall, they emit an enchanting, candy-like sweetness that drifts through the air. Apt for larger gardens, parks, and even residential spaces, the Katsura Tree flourishes in moist, well-drained soils under full sun to partial shade conditions. Treat your senses to a spectacle of colors and scents with the sublime Katsura tree; a treat for the aesthete, a masterpiece for the arborist.

  • Size: Up to 40-60 feet tall and 20-30 feet wide
  • Foliage: Heart-shaped leaves, transitioning from bluish-green to brilliant shades of yellow, orange, and pink in the fall
  • Water usage: Moderate
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Unique scent: Gives off a sweet aroma reminiscent of cotton candy or burnt sugar during leaf fall
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