Terra Nova
Aralia 'Sun King' (36 cell half tray)
With leaves that are as big and bold as the sun, this beautiful gold form of Aralia makes an outstanding accent in the shade or part shade. Fast growing and deciduous. Small clusters of white, satellite-like flowers in late summer are followed by purple berries. Performs well in containers or in the landscape. Fast to fill a pot.
Aralia leaves make long lasting cut foliage. The clumps get bigger each year.
USDA Hardiness Zone(s): 3-9
Size (HT/W/FL HT): 48″ / 48″ / 48″
Exposure: Part Shade, Full Shade
Bloom Time(s): August, September
Growing Guides
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| Common Name | Golden Aralia, Japanese Spikenard |
| Genus | Aralia |
| Species | A. cordata |
| Family | Araliaceae |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Format | Perennial Plugs |
| Plug Care | Harden off and plant out or bump up into larger pots soon after receiving plugs. When planting out be sure you to not bury the crowns. Plant the plugs so that the top of the growing medium is level with the soil. |
| Netting / Staking | Not necessary. |
| Temperature Range | Hardiness Zones 3-9 |
| Spacing | 36" |
| Soil Preference | Prefers a good, deep loam. Moist, well draining soil is best. Allow to dry moderately but not completely between waterings. |
| Day Length | Day Neutral |
| Pinching | Do not pinch. |
| When to Plant | Plant plugs in the spring after last frost or into the summer. Plants should be given enough time to establish a healthy root system before the onset of winter weather. |
| Harvesting | Leaves can be used as filler. |
| Post Harvest Care | Cut stems should be plunged into cool water. Maximize vase life by using a floral preservative. |
| Diseases / Insects | Aphids, spider mites and mealybugs are possible pests to keep an eye out for. Leaf spot disease is possible - avoid wetting the foliage during irrigation and space out adequately to allow for proper airflow between plants. |
| Bailey's Notes | With leaves that are as big and bold as the sun, this beautiful gold form of Aralia makes an outstanding accent in the shade or part shade. Foliage, flowers and berries can all be used to add interesting texture to floral creations. |
| Resources | Growing Aralia |
Order Minimums and Tray Sizes
All TERRA NOVA® plugs are grown in a 36 cell half tray. The minimum order is 6 total half trays (an combination of varieties).
Orders for multiple ship weeks must be placed separately.
Patents & Plant Tags
Unauthorized propagation of varieties that are patented is strictly prohibited.
If you are purchasing these plugs with the intent to resell them, you must also purchase tags. Upon adding items to your cart, you will be prompted to add tags for each plant in the order, at the cost of $0.13 per tag. This is applied to your entire order.