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  • DAVIDIA involucrata
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    DAVIDIA involucrata

    Commonly known as Dove tree, Ghost tree, Handkerchief tree

     AWARD
    Large white bracts drape the tree in MAY. The green seeds are held on long stalks after the leaves fall and can take over 2 years to germinate
     
    Plant Details
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    • Pests & Diseases
      None.
    • Place of origin
      Southwestern China. Introduced into the UK by Ernest Wilson (1876-1930) in 1901.
    • Resistant to honey fungus
      These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
    • Deciduous
      Broadly ovate, sharp-pointed, toothed, red-stalked leaves to 16cm (6in) long. Leaves are mid-green above and softly hairy beneath.
    • White
    • Fully hardy
    • Serrate
    • Ovate
    • Height
      15m (49ft)
    • Spread
      10m (33ft)
    • Tree
      Produces dense, pendent heads, to 2cm (¾in) across, of small male flowers with purple-red anthers. Each flower is surrounded by a pair of white bracts of unequal size. The hanging ridged fruit are 4cm (1½in) across.
    • Hardy - cold winter
      Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Broadly conical
    • Mature Size
      15m (49ft)
      tree - guide for size not form Average Person
        10m (33ft)
       
    Planting Tips and Care Advice
    • Pruning group
      Pruning group 1
      Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
      Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
      When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.

    • Soil Conditions
      Fertile moist well-drained soil
    • Sun Requirements
      Full sun
      shelter from cold winds.
      Partial shade
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    Varieties

    DAVIDIA involucrata 'Sonoma'
    This new and expensive introduction is guaranteed to flower at a much younger age without the need to wait for a couple of decades. Very large bracts even in 2-4 year old plants.
     
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    £75.00
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    Medium
    £110.00
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