Overview
Aralia warmingiana is a tree, shrub shrubs in the genus Aralia, part of the Araliaceae family, with deciduous, evergreen foliage. Aralia warmingiana grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include specimen, hedge, screen and container.
About
Aralia warmingiana, commonly known as caroba-guazu or sabuguero, is a cultivar of the Aralia genus, which includes deciduous trees, shrubs, and perennials with large, simple or pinnately compound leaves. This plant can be grown as a tree or shrub and features deciduous or evergreen foliage. It thrives in full sun or partial shade, preferring a sheltered south- or west-facing aspect with fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil of any pH. Hardy to UK zone H3, it is suitable for use as a specimen, hedge, screen, or in containers, with interest in spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Aralia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Aralia warmingiana size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs, Trees
- Habit
- Tree, Shrub
- Foliage
- Deciduous, Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Specimen, Hedge, Screen, Container
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Aralia warmingiana
- Propagation
- Seed, Root cuttings, Semi-ripe cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Spider mites, Mealybugs
- Disease resistance
- Alternaria leaf spot, Xanthomonas leaf spot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Aralia warmingiana?
Aralia warmingiana prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Aralia warmingiana need?
Aralia warmingiana grows best in loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Aralia warmingiana hardy in the UK?
Aralia warmingiana has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Aralia warmingiana?
Seed, Root cuttings, Semi-ripe cuttings.
