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Cleyera japonica - Cleyera du Japon
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Cleyera japonica, locally nicknamed Sakaki, is an evergreen bush introduced from warm regions of Asia relatively rarely planted in gardens. This cousin of camellias, a sacred tree in the ancient Shinto religion, is more commonly grown in a conservatory due to its reputation as a frost-sensitive plant. From an aesthetic point of view, this cleyera is interesting for its decorative foliage, fragrant flowering, and red fruit turning black in autumn. When planted in the ground, it looks impressive, but its limits in terms of frost resistance and tolerance to summer drought remain to be tested. To give it the best chance, plant it in a very sheltered spot, in rich and loose soil, preferably cool and slightly acidic rather than too chalky.
Cleyera japonica belongs to the pentaphyllaceae or tea family according to classifications. In nature, it is found in oak forests in the warm regions of Japan, South Korea, and mainland China. It grows on the slopes of mountains or in valleys, up to 2000 m (6561 ft 8 in) in altitude. It is a bush with an erect and bushy habit, with numerous branches arranged in a characteristic manner, almost horizontal, covered with dense and evergreen foliage in winter. The leaves measure up to 9 cm long. They are oblong, thick, dark green, tinged with coppery pink on new shoots in spring. Shiny, they can also take on reddish tones in winter. In June-July, depending on the climate, it bears pendulous cream-white cup-shaped flowers on one-year-old branches measuring 2 cm (0.8 in) in diameter with 5 petals, difficult to spot at first glance, but fragrant. They are followed in autumn by small red fruits that turn black when ripe, quite discreet and resembling cherries, but not edible. The bark is smooth and dark reddish-brown in colour.
Slow-growing, the Cleyera japonica reaches about 1.50 m (4 ft 11 in) in height, and up to 2.50 m (8 ft 2 in) in favourable conditions at maturity. Plants grown in pots indoors rarely exceed 60-75 cm (23.6-29.5 in) in height and sometimes produce small fragrant white flowers. This bush appreciates soils rich in organic matter as well as semi-shaded to sunny locations. Very decorative and compact, this bush is ideal for adding colour to a well-sheltered courtyard, such as terraces and small urban gardens. It is resistant to pollution and suitable for container planting. It can be planted with other acid-loving plants, such as Japanese azaleas and rhododendrons, camellias, kalmias, magnolias, Japanese andromedas (Pieris), heathers, or even sacred bamboos. Also consider hydrangeas to give it a flowering companion in summer!
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To grow Cleyera japonica successfully, pick a spot that gets sun or partial shade and is protected from cold and drying winds. The soil should be light, humus-rich, and preferably acidic or neutral. Avoid heavy soils, waterlogged areas in winter, and arid soils. Regular watering is vital, especially during the first two years of cultivation, particularly in dry conditions. Once established, this plant can tolerate dry summers better. Mulch the base to keep the soil fresh.
To plant, dig a hole three times bigger than the pot. Soak the root ball in water, and plant the bush in a mixture of 1/4 leaf compost, gravel or pumice, and loam. Water thoroughly and keep the soil moist in the summer. To maintain, remove dead branches and shorten those that become too large.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
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The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.