Annual – False Aralia
False Aralia
Botanical name: aralia elegantissima
Beginner friendly?: moderate
Average size at maturity: can reach over 20 ft in height with up to a 6 ft spread if grown in tropical or indoor environments
Hardy zone: 10-12
Growth rate: can grow 1-3 ft per year if grown in tropical or indoor environments
Foliage color: green/brown/silver/yellow
Pruning instructions: prune in the winter to maintain desired shape and size
Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings during the fall and winter months
Landscape use: container plant, porch accent, sunroom
Special features: disease resistant, heat tolerant, shade tolerant, drought tolerant
Light needs: 2-4 hours of sun per day
Watering instructions: allow the soil to mostly dry out between watering sessions
Fertilizing instructions : slow release all purpose plant food annually
Best time to plant: spring
Best type of soil: loam, sand
Companion plants: philodendrons, snake plant, rubber fig
Toxicity level: mildly toxic for humans and pets if ingestedÂ
Invasive species: no
