| Common Name | Japanese Pepper Tree / Sansho |
| Family | Rutaceae |
| Genus | Zanthoxylum |
| Species | Piperitum |
| Origin | East Asia |
| Blooming | Small greenish-yellow flowers in spring, followed by red seed pods. |
| Leaf Color | Green, turning yellow/orange in autumn before dropping |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Kitchen garden plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining loamy soil with good aeration and slightly acidic pH
Water regularly during active growth, allow soil to dry between waterings. Reduce significantly in winter dormancy.
Prefers full sun for optimal growth and flavor production indoors or outdoors
Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly from April to September during growing season
Prune in late winter to shape and remove dead or crossing branches before new growth starts
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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