Idesia polycarpa - 15-20 CM C2

Description
The Igiri tree (Idesia polycarpa) is an upright small tree with decorative, red fruits that remain on the tree for a very long time. They exude a pleasant fragrance. It produces yellow-green flowers arranged in clusters from May to June. The Igiri tree also bears heart-shaped, fresh green leaves. In a sunny location with well-drained, loose soil, it usually reaches a height of around 10 metres and is around 8 metres wide.

Bulletpoints
* Fruit ornamentation * the blossoms are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * fragrant flowers * attractive yellow autumn colouring

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Igiri tree are fresh green, heart-shaped. Igiri tree turns bright yellow in autumn.

Spread
East Asia.

Frost hardiness
The Igiri tree has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Igiri tree is an upright growing small tree. It usually reaches a height of 6 - 10 m and is approx. 6 - 8 m wide. As a rule, it grows 15 - 40 cm per year.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The yellow-green flowers of Igiri tree appear in clusters from May to June. They are pleasantly fragrant.

Fruit
The red fruits of Idesia polycarpa are particularly decorative. These appear from September. Sticks for a very long time.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub, bee pasture, bird food plant

Root
Idesia polycarpa is a heartroot.