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Devil's Walking Stick

Aralia Spinosa

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Overview

Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia spinosa) is a striking deciduous shrub or small tree, reaching up to 15-25 feet tall, with a 6-12 feet spread. Known for its menacing thorns, large bipinnate leaves, and airy clusters of white flowers that turn into purplish-black berries. Thrives in well-drained soils with partial to full sun. Offers dramatic texture and height, ideal as a focal point or natural screen. Hardy in Zones 4-9.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 4–11Climate Temperate
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia spinosa) is a striking deciduous shrub or small tree
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — Known for its menacing thornsDevil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia spinosa) is a striking deciduous shrub or small treeDevil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — and airy clusters of white flowers that turn into purplish-black berriesDevil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — Offers dramatic texture and height, ideal as a focal point or natural screenDevil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — Thrives in well-drained soils with partial to full sunDevil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — is a formidable and striking specimen renowned for its commanding presence+49

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Araliaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — reaching up to 15-25 feet tall
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — Known for its menacing thorns
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia spinosa) is a striking deciduous shrub or small tree
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — and airy clusters of white flowers that turn into purplish-black berries
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — Offers dramatic texture and height, ideal as a focal point or natural screen
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — Thrives in well-drained soils with partial to full sun
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — is a formidable and striking specimen renowned for its commanding presence
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — Aralia spinosa thrives in a variety of soil types
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — fertile ground with adequate drainage and partial to full sun exposure
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — with a potential to tower up to 35 feet under optimal conditions
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — Typically reaching heights of 10 to 20 feet
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — although its formidable spiny stems necessitate strategic placement
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — Its rapid growth and adaptability make it versatile for landscape use
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — the Devil's Walking Stick impresses with large compound leaves
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — preferably away from high-traffic pedestrian areas.<br><br>In late summer
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — exotic look to the landscape
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — each extending 2 to 3 feet wide
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — Umbrella-like clusters of small white flowers
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — which can span an astounding 2 to 4 feet in length
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — The Devil's Walking Stick can serve as a focal point or natural barrier
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — bloom and attract pollinators
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — delivering an additional layer of defense as well as visual intrigue
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — white flowers in the garden
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia Spinosa) — infusing landscapes with a touch of the wild and wonderful

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