DICHROA

Genus of about 12 species of hydrangea-like shrubs from woodlands in the Himalayas, India to China and south to New Guinea.

D. febrifuga is commonly applied to a natural hybrid between Hydrangea macrophylla and Dichroa febrifuga originating from hillsides and mountain valleys in China and Vietnam and is included in the genus x Didrangea as x D. versicolor.

Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
  • Medium shrub
    Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
  • Tender - cool or frost free greenhouse
    Tolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen. Except in frost-free inner-city areas or coastal extremities requires glasshouse conditions. Plant can withstand temperatures down to 1°C (34°F)
  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    From the hydrangea family. Name refers to the often 2-toned flowers.
    Place of origin
    Eastern and southeastern Asia.
Dichroa - Growing Guide

Buy Varieties of DICHROA

DICHROA febrifuga

DICHROA febrifuga

Blue evergreen hydrangea, Chinese quinine

a rare hydrangea-like plant with starry blue or pink flowers with prominent stamens. Suitable for the greenhouse in colder areas

 
£16.50 each 
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Estimated availability autumn 2024 Any time SEPT-DEC - Not yet confirmed. Could be any time between September and December.
DICHROA guizhou

DICHROA guizhou

white buds, pale blue or pink flowers.

 
Gift Wrapping available on this plant - UK Delivery Only Gift-wrapping available
£20.00  
Gift Wrapping available on this plant

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