How to grow Japanese Aralia

Fatsia japonica

Water when normal rainfall does not provide the preferred 1 inch of moisture most plants prefer. Average water is needed during the growing season, but take care not to overwater. The first two years after a plant is installed, regular watering is important. The first year is critical. It is better to water once a week and water deeply, than to water frequently for a few minutes.

Transplanting Japanese aralia

Young plants need extra phosphorus to encourage good root development.

As Japanese aralia is hardy, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

How long does Japanese aralia take to grow?

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Japanese aralia Folklore & Trivia

Comes from the humid sub-tropic forests of Japan.
Ara – is one of the forest nymphs-companions of Cynthia. She was sent to live among people and to teach them the art of magic. Ara was called when someone wished to inflict a penalty on a person. A messenger of Cynthia, aralia is beautiful but very biting. Admire it, but don’t touch. It should be pointed out, however, that a house aralia isn’t an aggressive plant at all.":

Other names for Japanese aralia

False castor oil plant, Fatsi, Fatsid, Fig-leafed palm

Fatsia japonica (Thunb.) Decne. & Planch.

Misspellings: Fatsi Fatsid

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