Rich, bright green foliage leafs out in late March and holds into late fall. Erect growth habit with arching thorny stems that gradually cascade forward to form rounded outline. Can be maintained upright with proper pruning. Excellent screen or barrier in sun or shade. Tolerant of unfavorable conditions and thrives in most soil types.
Product Description
ACANTHOPANAX sieboldianus – Five-Leaf Aralia or Five-Finger Aralia
(aka. Eleutherococcus sieboldianus)
Rich, bright green foliage that leafs out in early May and holds on into late fall. Erect growth habit with arching thorny stems that gradually cascade forward to form a rounded outline. Can be maintained upright with proper pruning and removing of suckers. Excellent screen or barrier in sun or shade. Tolerant of unfavorable conditions and thrives in most soil types.
Sun: Full Sun/Part Shade
Soil: Clay, Acidic to Alkaline, Well-drained
Size: Height 6-8ft., Width 6-8ft.
Zone: 4-8
Flower: Small white clusters
Bloom Time: May to June
Attributes: Low Maintenance, Tolerant to Drought; Poor Soils, Sharp Thorns