Cercidiphyllum japonicum
Katasura-tree
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Deciduous
Height:
12 - 18m
Width:
8 - 18m
Growth Rate:
Fast
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
4, 5, 6
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun Part Shade
pH Tolerance:
Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)
Drought Tolerance:
Very Low
Flooding Tolerance:
Moderate
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Unknown
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Sensitive
Planting site and Native Range
Planting Site:
Parks, Residential
Native to Ontario:
No
Native to North America:
No
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Insects and Diseases
No serious or common issues in the urban environment.
Management Notes
- Surface rooting can be an issue if planted too close to sidewalks
- Trunk can experience sunscald when young
Cultivars
Biringer, Pendula, Rotfuchs, Morioka Weeping