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GROWTH HABIT and RATE:
Rounded to oval outline, medium growth rate.
ADAPTABILITY:
Moist, well-drained soils, high in organic material. Requires shade and protection
from winter wind.
FUNCTIONS:
Screen, specimen, massing or foundation.
PROBLEMS AND MAINTENANCE:
Leaves will blacken if exposed to too much sun, especially in winter.
NATIVE RANGE:
Japan
USEFUL RANGE (USDA Zones):
Zones (6)7-10
SUBSPECIES, VARIETIES, CULTIVARS:
'Variegata' -yellow-spotted female form.
'Rozannie' -flowers are perfect (both male and female are present), glossy,
dark green foliage.