Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Characteristics
Sweet edible peduncles fragrant flowers
Growth Habit
Upright
Bloom Season
Summer
Flavour Profile
Not applicable
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Open pollinated
Plant Type
Ornamental flowering plant
Planting Season
Spring
Fruit Size
Small peduncle clusters
Plant Height
800 to 1200 cm
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
Cool to temperate climates
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
100 to 150 cm
Planting Depth
1 to 2 cm
Growing Conditions
Sunny locations
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Japanese Raisin Tree a unique ornamental tree?
What makes the Japanese Raisin Tree a unique ornamental tree?
The Japanese Raisin Tree is valued for its attractive broad canopy, glossy green foliage, fragrant flowers, and distinctive ornamental seed stalks that add seasonal interest to the landscape.
Where can Japanese Raisin Trees be grown?
Where can Japanese Raisin Trees be grown?
They thrive in gardens, parks, orchards, and landscape plantings with well-drained soil and a location that receives plenty of sunlight.
Do bees, butterflies, and other pollinators visit the flowers?
Do bees, butterflies, and other pollinators visit the flowers?
Yes, the fragrant blooms may attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinating insects during the flowering season.
Can the Japanese Raisin Tree be grown as a shade tree?
Can the Japanese Raisin Tree be grown as a shade tree?
Yes, its spreading canopy makes it a suitable choice for providing shade and serving as an attractive specimen tree in larger landscapes.
Does the Japanese Raisin Tree require frequent pruning?
Does the Japanese Raisin Tree require frequent pruning?
No, light pruning is generally sufficient to maintain its natural shape and remove damaged or crowded branches.
Does the Japanese Raisin Tree provide year-round ornamental interest?
Does the Japanese Raisin Tree provide year-round ornamental interest?
Yes, it offers attractive foliage during the growing season, fragrant blossoms, and distinctive seasonal features that add visual appeal throughout the year.