Shade Trees
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Botanical: Cercidiphyllum japonicum
Katsura Tree
The Katsura Tree is a medium-sized deciduous tree native to Japan and China. It has heart-shaped green leaves and spectacular golden-yellow to orange fall foliage . The tree is known for its sweet caramel-like smell when the leaves drop in the fall . It typically matures to 40-60’ tall in cultivation but can reach 100’ or more in the wild .
Specifications
Zone4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Sun/ShadeFull Sun, Partial Sun
Mature Height40’-50’
Mature Width25’-35’
Flower ColorInconspicuous
Foliage ColorSpring-Reddish Purple / Summer-Blue Green / Fall-Gold, Orange
Bloom SeasonSpring
