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Katsura Tree

Cercidiphyllum Japonicum

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Overview

The Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum japonicum) is a captivating deciduous species, maturing to approximately 40-60 feet tall, with a spread of 20-30 feet. Revered for its heart-shaped leaves, the tree boasts a striking fall display, transitioning from lush green to vibrant yellows, oranges, and pinks. It emits a sweet, burnt sugar scent in autumn. This pyramidal and rounded tree thrives best in well-drained soil and requires full sun to partial shade.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–8Type TreeClimate Temperate
Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum Japonicum) — It prefers moist, well-drained soil but can also adapt to a variety of soil conditions; native to Japan and China

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
5–8

Shape & size

Mature height
40–60 Ft.
Mature width
25–60 Ft.

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Cerciiphyllaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum Japonicum) — This pyramidal and rounded tree thrives best in well-drained soil and requires full sun to partial shade, image 56
Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum Japonicum) — this tree typically reaches a height of 40 to 60 feet with a spread of 25 to 60 feet at maturity
Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum Japonicum) — creating a serene outdoor sanctuary; and with a pyramidal form in youth that gracefully rounds out with, image 71
Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum Japonicum) — tree for full or half; due to its shallow root system
Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum Japonicum) — with a spread of 20-30 feet; the Katsura Tree thrives in full sun to part shade, image 75
Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum Japonicum) — is a remarkably graceful deciduous species revered for its aesthetic appeal throughout all four seasons; making it an
Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum Japonicum) — with a spread of 20-30 feet; the Katsura Tree thrives in full sun to part shade
Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum Japonicum) — making it an ideal focal point for medium to large landscapes; is a remarkably graceful deciduous species revered for
Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum Japonicum) — and with a pyramidal form in youth that gracefully rounds out with age; creating a serene outdoor, image 62
Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum Japonicum) — transitioning to a vibrant bluish-green in summer; transitioning from lush green to vibrant yellows
Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum Japonicum) — creating a serene outdoor sanctuary
Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum Japonicum) — The Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum japonicum) is a captivating deciduous species; revered for its, image 49
Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum Japonicum) — maturing to approximately 40-60 feet tall
Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum Japonicum) — Sensitive to drought and heat, it is important to ensure adequate watering, particularly in dryer climates, image 44
Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum Japonicum) — the foliage steals the show with shades of yellow
Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum Japonicum) — It emits a sweet, burnt sugar scent in autumn; and cooling shade redefine the sensory garden experience, image 55
Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum Japonicum) — with a spread of 20-30 feet
Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum Japonicum) — and with a pyramidal form in youth that gracefully rounds out with age; creating a serene outdoor sanctuary
Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum Japonicum) — and with a pyramidal form in youth that gracefully rounds out with age
Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum Japonicum) — accompanied by a distinctive sweet scent reminiscent of cotton candy or caramel
Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum Japonicum) — It prefers moist, well-drained soil but can also adapt to a variety of soil conditions; native to Japan, image 67
Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum Japonicum) — due to its shallow root system; tree for full or half
Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum Japonicum) — Its growth rate is moderate
Katsura Tree (Cercidiphyllum Japonicum) — making it an ideal focal point for medium to large landscapes; is a remarkably graceful deciduous species, image 60
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