Katsura Tree
Cercidiphyllum japonicum
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A graceful deciduous tree prized for its delicate, heart-shaped leaves that turn brilliant gold and scarlet in autumn, and for its sweet butterscotch fragrance in fall. Native to Japan and China, it prefers cool, moist sites and makes an excellent specimen or shade tree in woodland gardens.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Japan and China
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
'Pendulum' is a weeping form with elegant drooping branches; 'Red Fox' is a compact cultivar selected for superior red fall color.
Canopy
The tallest trees that form the overstory.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A graceful deciduous tree prized for its delicate, heart-shaped leaves that turn brilliant gold and scarlet in autumn, and for its sweet butterscotch fragrance in fall. Native to Japan and China, it prefers cool, moist sites and makes an excellent specimen or shade tree in woodland gardens.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Katsura Tree grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Japan and China
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Canopy
The tallest trees that form the overstory.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
'Pendulum' is a weeping form with elegant drooping branches; 'Red Fox' is a compact cultivar selected for superior red fall color.