{"product_id":"fatsia-japonica-spiders-web","title":"Fatsia japonica 'Spider's Web'","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariegated Japanese Aralia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"295\" data-end=\"312\"\u003eFatsia japonica\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Spider’s Web’\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Araliaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003eJapan (cultivated selection)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen foliage shrub\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"790\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"476\"\u003eFatsia japonica\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Spider’s Web’ is a striking evergreen shrub prized for its large, glossy palmate leaves dusted with silvery-white speckling, giving a dramatic marbled appearance. Well suited to Adelaide and South Australian gardens, it thrives in shaded and semi-shaded positions where bold foliage is needed year-round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003eExceptionally useful in courtyards, under trees, and sheltered alfresco areas, ‘Spider’s Web’ provides architectural structure without relying on flowers. Its lush tropical look contrasts beautifully with finer foliage plants while remaining surprisingly hardy in temperate SA climates when protected from harsh sun and wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5–2.5 m H × 1.5–2.5 m W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; approx. 20–40 cm per year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, glossy deep-green leaves heavily speckled with white; evergreen and bold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small creamy-white flower clusters in autumn (ornamental but secondary)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not fragrant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen foliage year-round; architectural structure in all seasons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers may attract bees; dense foliage provides shelter for small birds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate drought tolerance once established; Excellent performance in shade; Light frost tolerant (to approx. –5 °C); Not tolerant of hot afternoon sun or strong winds; Not suited to exposed coastal salt spray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feature planting: allow 1.5–2.5 m spacing; Informal mass planting: 1 plant per 2–3 m²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mildly toxic if ingested — keep away from pets and children\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Works Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Part shade to full shade; morning sun only if sheltered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained loam or sandy loam enriched with organic matter; tolerates clay if drainage is good\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Establishment: 2 deep soaks\/week for 6–8 weeks; Established: deep soak every 2–3 weeks in summer; minimal water in winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low maintenance; Remove damaged or older leaves as needed; Mulch annually to retain moisture and cool roots; Protect from hot reflected heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long-lived shrub; typically 20–30+ years in protected SA gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for temperate and Mediterranean South Australia, especially Adelaide Plains, foothills and sheltered Hills gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slightly acidic to neutral preferred; tolerates mildly alkaline soils with organic matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape \u0026amp; Design Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeature foliage plant for shaded courtyards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstorey planting beneath trees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge containers for sheltered patios and alfresco zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWoodland and tropical-style gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairs beautifully with ferns, aspidistra, liriope, clivia, philodendron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"3356\" data-end=\"3373\"\u003eFatsia japonica\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Spider’s Web’ delivers instant drama in shade. 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