{"product_id":"tetrapanax-papyrifer-rex","title":"Tetrapanax papyrifer 'Rex' (2-Litre Pot)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eTetrapanax papyrifer\u003c\/em\u003e 'Rex', \u003c\/strong\u003ealso known as the \u003cstrong\u003eChinese Rice Paper Plant\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a bold, eye-catching shrub, or small tree, that is sure to add a touch of exotic flair to your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to Taiwan, this variety is known for its massive, palmately lobed leaves, which can grow up to 1m \/ 3 feet wide. The leaves are a deep green colour with serrated margins, and they are held on sturdy stems that can reach around 5 meters tall when mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to its striking foliage, \u003cem\u003eTetrapanax papyrifer\u003c\/em\u003e 'Rex' is also a relatively low-maintenance plant. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is also tolerant of a wide range of temperatures, making it a good choice for indoor or outdoor cultivation. Remove leaves as and when they appear faded and prune back to size in autumn. Protect from cold winds and provide a deep mulch over winter in cold areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are able to keep it frost-free then the foliage will be evergreen. With mild frost the plant will become deciduous and in colder areas it may die back to ground level then reshoot from the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA \u003cem\u003eTetrapanax papyrifer\u003c\/em\u003e 'Rex' in a 2 litre pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlower colour: Cream\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoliage colour: Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit colour: Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunlight: Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAspect: West-facing, South-facing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil drainage: Well drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil pH: Acid, Neutral, Alkaline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardiness: Hardy through most of the UK (-5 to -10)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowering period: September, October\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant height (mature): up to 5m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures: Semi-evergreen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasurements are approximate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Gates Garden Centre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56082222776645,"sku":"1192344","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0925\/7458\/1061\/files\/39164223-tetrapanax-papyrifer-rex-2-litre-pot-1.jpg?v=1761657434","url":"https:\/\/www.gatesgardencentre.co.uk\/products\/tetrapanax-papyrifer-rex","provider":"Gates Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}