Aralia cordata Perennial Plant of the Year if you see the foliage

if you see the foliage is being eaten

Although quite hardy

semi-evergreen

In dry locations it behaves acceptably well

the wine cups shrink back to the original rosette and wait for temperatures to cool

Aralia cordata Perennial Plant of the Year if you see the foliageWith the huge number of plants we've grown over the years, it's still hard to beat the Asian (Japan, China, Korea) Aralia cordata. This easy to grow deciduous, deer resistant perennial matures in rich moist soils as an 8' tall x 8' wide monster perfect for those who like bold, tropical looking textures in their garden. Each pinnately compound 4' long x 3. 5' wide leaf attaches to the thick, bumpy, upright, green stalk, resembling an astilbe on