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Idesia polycarpa

Wonder Tree, Idesia polycarpa, Igiri Tree, Shantongzi

Idesia polycarpa, commonly known as the Wonder Tree, is a deciduous tree grown for its foliage, flowers, and berries. It carries large, heart-shaped, dark green leaves which develop yellow and red tones in autumn before falling. Female trees produce large clusters of red berries that hang on the tree all winter and are great for attracting birds. It grows with a pyramidal shape to about 18 m tall and 8 m wide. Idesia polycarpa is commonly grown as a specimen in parks and large gardens, planted to provide winter colour, included in avenue plantings, or planted to attract birds.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Trees
Height:18.00 m
Spread:8.00 m
Flowering time:Summer
Tolerances:
Garden uses:Avenues, Parks, Specimen
Garden styles:Alpine, Architectural, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asWonder Tree, Idesia polycarpa, Igiri Tree, Shantongzi

Idesia polycarpa Details

Idesia polycarpa, commonly known as the Wonder Tree, is a deciduous tree grown for its foliage, flowers, and berries. It carries large, heart-shaped, dark green leaves which develop yellow and red tones in autumn before falling. Plants are either male or female and both sexes produce fragrant, yellow-green flowers in summer. However, only the female tree will produce the bright red berries. Large cluster of berries hang on the tree all winter and are great for attracting birds. It grows with a pyramidal shape to about 18 m tall and 8 m wide, though can be contained with trimming. This tree grows best when positioned in full sun on a well-drained site, and is tolerant of frost, cool climates, and moderate periods of dry. Idesia polycarpa is commonly grown as a specimen in parks and large gardens, planted to provide winter colour, included in avenue plantings, or planted to attract birds.

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