Broussonetia papyrifera 'Golden Shadow'

Shrubs Trees

This plant is listed as an invasive non-native species in Northern Ireland – see Cultivation section for details. A vigorous deciduous tree or large shrub with golden yellow-green leaves, variably lobed or entire. This is a female cultivar, producing edible orange fruit

Position

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil Types

Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand

Max Height

4-8 metres

Max Spread

4-8 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
10–20 years
Max Spread
4-8 metres
Max Height
4-8 metres

Growing Conditions

Chalk Clay Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained or Well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H5

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Moraceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Bushy, Suckering
Genus
Broussonetia are deciduous trees and shrubs with alternate leaves, and male and female flowers borne on separate plants
Name Status
Unresolved

How to Grow

Cultivation

This plant is on the EU list of Invasive Alien Species of Union Concern (applies in NI). It should not be planted or caused to grow in the wild in Northern Ireland, where it is also banned from sale, and gardeners who already have it should take steps to control it. See RHS advice on invasive non-native species for further information

Propagation

See cultivation notes

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Low Maintenance

Pests

See cultivation notes

Diseases

See cultivation notes