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CRINODENDRON patagua
Commonly known as Lily of the valley tree
(Syn. Tricuspidaria dependens) - stiff growth with pure white lanterns and rounded leaves
£25.00 each
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to know
Used for honey production. Introduced to UK in 1901 -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Chile. -
Evergreenglossy, dark-green leaves to 7cm (3in) long.
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White
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Bell/LanternBell-shaped flowers 2.5cm (1in) long with fringed petals
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Serrate
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Ovate
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Height
8m (26ft) -
Spread
5m (16ft)
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Tall ShrubVigorous, upright shrub
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) -
Scented flowers
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Rounded to broadly columnar
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Mature Size8m (26ft)
5m (16ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Pruning group
Pruning group 6
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs or climbers that need little to no pruning.
Action: Trim back shoots that spoil symmetry and to fit available space.
When: Annually after flowering if on previous year's growth, or in later Winter or Spring if flowering on current year's growth, or as requires.
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Soil Conditions
Acid / ericaceous lovingFertile moist well-drained soilHumus- rich.
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
If in full sun roots needs to be shaded and cool.
Partial shade
Preferably.
Cold weather damage to evergreen plants
Crinodendron - Growing Guide
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