Setup, Compatibility & Care
When you receive your Fatsia japonica in its 9cm pot, water it thoroughly before transplanting to help reduce root shock. Choose a spot that offers partial to full shade with moist, well-draining soil. If planting in a pot, use a high-quality loam-based compost to provide the necessary structure and nutrients. Maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during the first growing season. While the plant is hardy, it benefits from a layer of mulch in colder regions to protect the roots. Periodic pruning of damaged or dead stems in the spring is usually all that is required to keep the plant in its best shape.