Eleutherococcus sessiliflorus (Thorny Ginseng)

Eleutherococcus sessiliflorus (Thorny Ginseng) deep purple and white spherical flower close up
Eleutherococcus sessiliflorus (Thorny Ginseng) flower with a dense purple head and surrounding green foliage.

Botanical names: Eleutherococcus sessiliflorus, Panax sessiliflorus

Common name: Thorny Ginseng

Family: Araliaceae

Origin: China

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 4-8

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallPlant form: Large bush
Plant mature sizeMature height: 5-10 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Thorny or spinyThorns: Thorny or spiny
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