CERCIDIPHYLLUM japonicum

Small heart-shaped foliage, bronze in early spring, dark bluish-green in summer and yellow to scarlet in fall. Narrow columnar when young, becoming broad with maturity.

Product Description

CERCIDIPHYLLUM japonicum – Katsura Tree

Small heart-shaped foliage, bronze in early spring, dark bluish-green in summer, and yellow to scarlet in fall. Fallen leaves are reported to smell like burnt sugar or cinnamon. Narrow columnar when young, becoming broad with maturity. Native to Japan and China.

Sun: Full Sun/Part Shade

Soil: Rich, Moist, Well-Drained

Size: Height 40-50ft., Width 40-50ft.

Zone: 4-8

Flower: Small insignificant red(male trees) and green(female trees)

Bloom Time: March-April

Attributes: Low Maintenance, Shade Tree, Fall Color