Name: Aralia Sun King #2
Brand: The Siebenthaler Company
SKU: Aralia Sun King #2
Price: 22.99 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Sun King Japanese Spikenard

Bright golden foliage forming a tropical-like centerpiece, white blossoms in summer

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2020 Perennial Plant of the Year. Tropical-looking hardy perennial for part shade. Needs 2-3 hours minimum of sun a day to retain the bright gold color. Tiny white flowers followed by purple-black (inedible) berries in fall. 3'+.

Botanical Name- Aralia Sun King

Pronunciation- uh-RAY-lee-uh

Foliage- Deciduous

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Mature Height-

Sun Exposure- Part sun

Soil Preferences- Moist to average

Current Size- #2

Bloom Color- White

Bloom Time- Summer

Companion Plants- Hosta 'Sum and Substance' (bold foliage pair in shade)

Fauna Attracted- Bees, pollinating flies, fruit-eating birds

Plant Habit- Perennial

Care Rating- Moderate

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP1

Yearly Care Instructions- Prune to control size in early spring; water regularly and mulch to retain moisture.

Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and remove deadwood.

Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; moderate feeding need. In clay, ensure adequate drainage to prevent root issues.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone

Possible Issues- Aphids, rust, powdery mildew

We offer in store pickup or local delivery within 20 miles of either store- Delivery and Planting Guide

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