Japanese Raisin Tree

The Japanese Raisin Tree is a unique deciduous tree, typically 6-10m in height and spread. It's grown for its swollen, fleshy, sweet, and edible fruit stalks (peduncles) that develop after flowering, which have a texture and flavour reminiscent of raisins. The actual fruits are small, hard capsules. Moderately hardy (H5) in the UK, it benefits from a sheltered, sunny position and fertile, well-drained soil. Inconspicuous greenish flowers appear in June-July. It makes an interesting specimen tree, offering an unusual edible yield and attractive broad foliage.

Sun: Full sun.

Soil: Well-drained loam.

Hardiness: H5 — down to −15°C.

Flowering: Jun, Jul.