How to look after Fatsia JaponicaThe
plant: The Fatsia has large, hand-shaped leaves with a slightly
toothed margin. An elegant evergreen foliage plant. In autumn a
profusion of creamy flowers are followed by inky black shiny berries.
Its needs: The Japanese Fatsia requires strong light even some
direct sun. The potting mix should be rich and fertile, well-draining
but kept moist. Warmth and normal humidity preferred.
Care: Keep the potting mix moist all year round, but do not allow
the Fatsia to become waterlogged. In hot dry summers use a mist-spray on
the foliage. Prune Fatsia to shape in spring, and pinch out leggy growth
through the year. If left unpruned the Japanese Fatsia will become a
very large shrub. Can tolerate low temperatures but prefers normal
range. Problems - Watch for scale pest and mealy bugs.
Good for: An easy, attractive evergreen plant. A superb evergreen
foliage shrub in the mixed border - especially in part shade.
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