Aralia spinosa
Devil's Walking Stick
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Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia spinosa) - Description
A. spinosa is native to the eastern United States. It puts up several spiny, usually unbranched stems, each bearing 2 - 6' long leaves.
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia spinosa) - Blooming
Flowers are small and white but in such large clusters that they are showy. Blooms in midsummer.
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia spinosa) - Growth
Does well in full sun exposure or partial shade. They can reach as tall as 30 ft. making them unsuitable for smaller gardens. In colder climates they may only reach 10 ft. tall.
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia spinosa) - Planting
Not suggested for planting near pools as the stems are very spiny.
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia spinosa) - Pest
Very prone to certain leaf spots. Aphids, spider mites, and mealybugs. Stem borders may occur.
Devil's Walking Stick (Aralia spinosa) - Soil and irrigation
Needs moderate to regular water. Does best in fertile, moist, and humus-rich soil.
