Aralia Sun King (Japanese Spikenard) - Live Starter Plant, Chartreuse Foliage, Shade Perennial

About This Plant

Aralia “Sun King,” also known as Japanese Spikenard, is a dramatic, fast-growing shade perennial prized for its striking chartreuse-gold foliage. It forms a large, tropical-looking clump that brightens shady areas all season. In late summer, it produces small white flowers that attract pollinators, followed by ornamental dark berries.

What You Will Receive

Live starter plant: Aralia “Sun King” (Japanese Spikenard). Sold as a live starter plant ready to establish in part to full shade gardens.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

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