Overview
Lindera praecox from north Japan is a tree or shrub shrubs in the genus Lindera, part of the Lauraceae family, with deciduous or evergreen, aromatic leaves foliage. Lindera praecox from north Japan grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include specimen plant, woodland garden and shrub border.
About
Lindera praecox is a deciduous or evergreen tree or shrub from the Lauraceae family, native to north Japan. It features aromatic foliage and produces small, star-shaped, dioecious flowers in axillary umbels during spring. Female plants develop glossy berries following pollination. This cultivar thrives in full sun on south-facing, sheltered sites with fertile, well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable as a specimen plant or for woodland gardens and shrub borders, offering interest through spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lindera
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Lindera praecox from north Japan size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Tree or shrub
- Foliage
- Deciduous or evergreen, aromatic leaves
- Suggested uses
- Specimen plant, woodland garden, shrub border
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lindera praecox from north Japan
- Propagation
- Seed, semi-ripe cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-resistant
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-resistant
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lindera praecox from north Japan?
Lindera praecox from north Japan prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lindera praecox from north Japan need?
Lindera praecox from north Japan grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Lindera praecox from north Japan hardy in the UK?
Lindera praecox from north Japan has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Lindera praecox from north Japan?
Seed, semi-ripe cuttings.
More in the Lindera genus
- Lindera neesiana
- Lindera obtusiloba var. obtusiloba
- Lindera metcalfiana var. dictyophylla
- Lindera sericea var. lancea