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Eleutherococcus Species, Sprawling Shrub Ginseng

Eleutherococcusdivaricatus

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Genus

Eleutherococcus (el-ew-ther-oh-KOK-us)

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Species

divaricatus (dy-vair-ih-KAY-tus)

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Synonym

Acanthopanax divaricatus

Kalopanax divaricatus

Panax divaricatus

Sun Exposure

Full Sun

Sun to Partial Shade

Light Shade

Foliage

Deciduous

Provides Winter Interest

Smooth

Height

4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)

6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)

8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)

Spacing

4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)

6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)

8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 4a: to -34.4 °C (-30 °F)

USDA Zone 4b: to -31.6 °C (-25 °F)

USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F)

USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)

USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)

USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)

USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)

USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)

USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)

USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)

Danger

Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Time

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Other Details

Gardener's Notes:

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positive

neutral

negative

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