EUCRYPHIA lucida 'Pink Cloud'

Pink flowers with crimson centre

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£20.00 each

Ready in 3 - 5 days

Normally 3 - 5 days

2 to 3 Litre

Evergreen - oblong-lance-shaped leaves to 5cm (2in) long.
Shades of pink - All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)
Height - 8m (26ft)
Spread - 4m (13ft)
Tall Shrub - eventually a small, densely branched tree.
Hardy - average winter - Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)
Full sun - ensure roots are shaded. Shelter from cold drying winds.
Additional Features - Good to know - - wildlife plant - insects, butterflies.
Pests & Diseases - none.
Place of origin - Australia (Tasmania). From a wild population of E. lucida
Flower Shape - Saucer-shaped - - to 5cm (2in) across
Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -
Pruning group - 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.

RHS group 8
Scented Plants - Scented flowers -
Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
Summer
Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil -
Neutral to acid soil
Tree Shape - Broadly columnar -
Wildlife - Bee friendly -
Butterfly friendly