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DIPELTA floribunda
Commonly known as Rosy dipelta
Fragrant weigela-like flowers which are pink flushed yellow at the throat. An underrated plant
£30.00 each
Plant Details
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Good to know
Introduced into UK by Ernest(Chinese) Wilson in 1902. -
Ornamental bark
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Pests & Diseases
None. -
Place of origin
Western and central China. -
Deciduouspointed, pale-green leaves to 10cm (4in) long.
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red) -
Yellow
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TubularTo 3cm (1¼in) long
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Lanceolate
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Ovate
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Height
4m (13ft) -
Spread
4m (13ft)
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Tall ShrubUpright, multi-stemmed shrub with pale- brown bark. Flowers are produced in axillary and terminal corymbs of 1-6.
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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) -
Scented flowers
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size4m (13ft)
4m (13ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a large shrub border
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Pruning group
Pruning group 2
Suitable for: Deciduous shrubs and trees that flower in Spring or early Summer on previous year's growth, including plants that produce new growth at or near ground level.
Pruning: Prune flowered shoots to strong buds. Cut back approximately 1/4 of old shoots to the base to promote replacement growth.
When: Annually, after flowering.
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Soil Conditions
Alkaline / Chalk lovingFertile well drained soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
Dipelta - Growing Guide
