The photos above were not taken in a tropical rainforest. Surprisingly enough, they were taken in our shade house here at Farmington Gardens. The name of this plant is Japanese Aralia or Fatsia japonica.
This evergreen shrub really stands out with its distinct glossy leaves that can grow to be 16 inches across. When grown in a mass planting, it really brings the feel of the jungle to your own backyard. It also works just as well as a specimen plant, providing year round interest. For a shade plant, Japanese Aralia is quite versatile and can even be used as a houseplant.
Incorporating Aralia into your shade garden is easy, as it meshes well with most shade garden staples such as; Ferns, Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Hostas and Hellebores. If youre not already out digging a hole to make this wonderful plant the latest addition in your garden, here are a few more of its excellent qualities: It produces drumstick-like flowers that have are very science-fiction in appearance. The foliage is perfect for unique cut-flower arrangements and will last weeks after being cut. To top it all off it requires no pruning or maintenance.
Mature size: 5-8 ft high x 4-6 ft wide
Sun Exposure: Partial sun to shade
Growth Rate: Medium
Via: Japanese Aralia
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