Common name: Japanese Aralia

Description: Fatsia japonica "Spider's Web" is one of the most spectacular shade-tolerant shrubs available, with its enormous, deeply lobed, dark green leaves heavily speckled with white and cream markings that give the impression of a spider's web or snowfall on the foliage. This remarkable variegation is maintained throughout the year, providing outstanding interest even in deep shade. It produces the typical white pompom flower clusters in autumn, adding to its seasonal appeal. A truly distinctive specimen for shaded gardens and courtyards.

Other benefits: stunning white-speckled foliage, thrives in deep shade, autumn flowers

Wildlife attraction: bees and hoverflies visit the autumn flowers

Height & spread (approx.) at 10 years: 1.5m x 1.5m

Position: partial shade to full shade; protect from harsh wind and frost

Soil pH: neutral to slightly acid

Moisture: moist but well-drained

Winter hardiness: cold hardy to -5°C; shelter in colder areas