<
>
DRIMYS lanceolata
Commonly known as Aromatica, Mountain pepper
(Tasmania lanceolata) - star-like yellow flowers, borne on bright red stems
£17.50 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes - Click to close
-
Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
-
Pests & Diseases
None. -
Place of origin
Southeastern Australia, Tasmania. -
EvergreenDeep-red shoots leathery, glossy, dark-green leaves to 8cm (3in) long.
-
Cream
-
Star-shaped1.5cm (½in) across in clusters of 7-18
-
BorderSuitable for a sheltered, sunny border
-
Woodland garden
-
Frost hardy (down to -5)
-
Entire
-
Elliptic
-
Lanceolate
-
Height
4m (13ft) -
Spread
2.5m (8ft)
-
Tall ShrubDense, upright shrub or small tree
-
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.
-
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 foliage
-
Autumn Seasonal Interest
-
Spring Seasonal Interest
-
Summer Seasonal Interest
-
Winter Seasonal Interest
-
Fertile moist well-drained soil
-
Full sun
Shelter from cold drying winds -
Broadly columnar
-
Mature Size4m (13ft)
2.5m (8ft)
View Detailed Plant Description
View Planting Tips and Care Advice
Cold weather damage to evergreen plants
Drimys - Growing Guide
