Species katsura tree

Orange-yellow leaves on dark-brown twigs and branches

katsura tree

Cercidiphyllum japonicum 'Heronswood Globe'

The Katsura Tree is an amazing species of plant. It has a unique, globular shape and golden-green foliage. The leaves have a strong aroma of cotton candy or burnt sugar, and they turn to beautiful shades of yellow, orange and red in the fall. Its branches reach in all directions, making it ideal for creating great landscapes. This moderate grower does best in slightly acidic soils and offers a fantastic year-round interest. With a dense, rounded canopy it adds lots of texture and beauty to every garden. The Katsura Tree is an excellent choice for any yard, and it's sure to impress.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 8

Flowers:

Red Flowers

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,red,yellow,purple

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Katsura tree plants need regular watering to thrive. During the summer, water the tree deeply a few times a week, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. During the winter, water only every 4-6 weeks, making sure to check the soil for moisture before watering. Water the tree until the soil has absorbed all of the water, but do not overwater.

sunlight

The Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum japonicum 'Heronswood Globe') prefers partial sun, meaning it requires at least 4 hours of direct sunlight each day for optimal growth. Depending on the season, it can also tolerate up to 6 hours of direct sunlight a day. If the Katsura Tree receives too much sunlight, especially during the summer months, its leaves may scorch and its growth cycle may be stunted. Therefore, it is important to find the right balance of sunlight for the Katsura Tree - not too much, not too little.

pruning

Katsura Trees (Cercidiphyllum japonicum 'Heronswood Globe') should be pruned each year during late winter or early spring. Pruning should be done judiciously, as over-pruning can create unintended consequences. To maintain the natural shape of the tree, remove any dead, diseased, or unsightly branches. Light pruning of the main canopy is fine, but pruning should be kept to a minimum in order to maintain a natural appearance. Once the tree is established, only about 10% of the foliage should be removed each year. This will help the tree retain its natural shape and overall form. For high-maintenance Katsura Trees, thinning of the canopy can be done, in addition to the dead branch work, so as to reduce the overall mass of the tree.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

Hardiness Map

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