DICHROA febrifuga
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DICHROA febrifuga
Commonly known as 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
£17.50 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
In commerce as x Didrangea versicolor. Natural hybrid. Can be flowered in a warm conservatory in winter -
Medicinal properties
One of the 50 fundamental herbs in Chinese medicine. Used in treatment for fevers. -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, red spider mites, scale insects, vine weevil, capsid bugs, grey mould(Botrytis), Hydrangea virus, powdery mildew, leaf spot, honey fungus -
Place of origin
Southern and southeastern Asia. -
Evergreentoothed, hairless, papery leaves to 25cm (10in) long
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Blue
Blue or pink -
Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red) -
PaniclesCompact panicles
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Tender (greenhouse & conservatory)
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Serrulate
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Elliptic
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Ovate
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Height
1.5m (5ft) -
Spread
1.5m (5ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightProduces flowers with 4-6 reflexed petals
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Pruning group 5
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
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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)Use loam-based compost (JI No.2 or 3) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich.
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Partial shade
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Mature Size1.5m (5ft)
1.5m (5ft)
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Dichroa - Growing Guide