Overview

Aralia cachemirica is a plant with a shrubs, trees habit in the genus Aralia, part of the Araliaceae family, with deciduous, evergreen foliage. Aralia cachemirica grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include shady borders and woodland gardens.

About

Aralia cachemirica is a cultivar of the Aralia genus, which includes shrubs and trees within the Araliaceae family. This plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers a sheltered aspect facing east, south, or west. It thrives in moist but well-drained soils, including loam and sand, and tolerates a range of soil pH from acid to alkaline. Suitable for shady borders and woodland gardens, Aralia cachemirica can be propagated by stem cuttings or seeds and is hardy under glass (H1a) in the UK.

About the genus

Aralia, or spikenard, is a genus of the family Araliaceae, consisting of 68 accepted species of deciduous or evergreen trees, shrubs, and rhizomatous herbaceous perennials. The genus is native to Asia and the Americas, with most species occurring in mountain woodlands. Aralia plants vary in size, with some herbaceous species only reaching 50 centimetres (20 in) tall, while some are trees growing to 20 metres (66 ft) tall.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Aralia

Sunlight

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil type

Loam, Sand

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

East-facing, South-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H1a

Plant details

Aralia cachemirica size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Shrubs, Trees

Foliage

Deciduous, Evergreen

Suggested uses

Shady borders, Woodland gardens

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Aralia cachemirica

Propagation

Stem cuttings, Seeds

Pest resistance

Honey fungus resistant

Frequently asked questions