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DRIMYS winteri
Commonly known as Winter's bark
Creamy-white scented flowers
£17.50 each
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Good to know
Syn. Wintera aromatica. Prefers a sheltered position among other trees and shrubs -
Pests & Diseases
Trouble free -
Place of origin
Mexico, Chile, Argentina -
EvergreenOblong-elliptic to narrowly inversely lance-shaped, leathery leaves to 20cm (8in) long, dark green above, blue-white beneath
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White
Ivory-white -
Star-shaped
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Woodland garden
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Height
15m (49ft) -
Spread
10m (33ft)
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Tall Shrub
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TreeVigorous, upright tree or shrub with aromatic bark. Produces large umbels of 5-20 fragrant flowers 2.5cm (1in) across
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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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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 flowers
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
Shelter from cold, drying winds -
Mature Size15m (49ft)
10m (33ft)
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