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ENKIANTHUS campanulatus
Commonly known as Red vein enkianthus
Sulphur-bronze flowers
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to knowWildlife plant - insects
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Pests & DiseasesNone
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Place of originJapan
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Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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DeciduousToothed, dull-green leaves to 6cm (2½in) long, turning orange-yellow to red in autumn.
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Cream
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Striped, Veined or MulticolouredPink veins
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Bell/LanternBell-shaped 5-10mm (¼-½in) long
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RacemesPendent racemes of 5-15 flowers
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Fully hardy
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Serrulate
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Elliptic
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Ovate
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Height4-5m (13-16ft)
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Spread4-5m (13-16ft)
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Tall ShrubSpreading, tree-like shrub with whorled branches
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Hardy - cold winterHardy 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)
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Bee friendly
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Mature Size4-5m (13-16ft)
4-5m (13-16ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Woodland gardenIn an open site
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Pruning group
Pruning group 1Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich.Neutral to acid soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sunPartial shade
Enkianthus - Care Guide
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