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Aralia cordata

Family Araliaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   8a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H4 - G1   Australia:   2 - 4  
Care Level
Height 1.2 - 3 m (4 - 10 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 3 m (3 - 10 ft)
Light light shade to shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Aralia cordata bears showy and white blossoms during mid-summer to late summer. The showy matte foliage is medium green in colour and bold in texture. Aralia cordata bears showy fruit.
Typical Uses Border, container, culinary, house plant, vegetable garden and wild flower.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts birds to your garden.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Aralia cordata grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Aralia cordata can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.