50 x KATSURA Tree Seeds - C. japonicum Tree Seed - Japanese BONSAI TREE with FRAGRANT AUTUMN LEAVES - Spectacular Gold, Orange & Red Colors - Zone 4 - 8 - By MySeeds.Co

~ ~ ~ WE OFFER BOTH PKT. & BULK SIZES ~ ~ ~ Japanese Katsura, Cercidiphyllum japonicum, Tree Seeds Cercidiphyllum japonicum, known as the Japanese Judas-tree, is a species of flowering tree in the Cercidiphyllaceae family that commonly goes by the name Katsura tree. It is native to China and Japan. The tree is deciduous and grows to 40 to 60 feet. Its leaves are round. The tree flowers in March or April and produces winged seeds. Several different cultivars are grown, including 'Aureum', 'Heronswood Globe', 'Pendula', and 'Ruby'. Other Names: Katsura tree Zone: 4 to 8 Growth rate: Moderately rapid when young but slows down with age. Plant Type: Deciduous Tree Family: Cercidiphyllaceae Native Range: China, Japan Height: 40 to 60 feet Spread: 25 to 60 feet Shape: Rounded Bloom Time: March - April Bloom Color: Green to reddish-green Flower/Fruit: Sun: Sun to part shade Fall Color: Spectacular Gold, Orange and red. Drought tolerance: Moderate Water: Medium Maintenance: Low Site Requirements/ Soil tolerances: Best grown in rich, moist, well-drained soils in part shade. Tolerates full sun, but has little tolerance for drought particularly when young. Best sited in a location protected from strong winds and hot afternoon sun. Culture: Requires pruning to develop strong structure. Uses: Bonsai, Small specimen shade tree or street tree. Sowing Cercidiphyllum japonicum Seeds: The seeds of Katsura are very small. Light, warmth and moisture enhance germination. Germination: Surface sow indoors. Requires light for germination. Artificial light is recommended. Soil temperature must be at least 68 Degrees F for the seed to germinate.