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  • EUCRYPHIA milliganii
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    EUCRYPHIA milliganii

    Commonly known as Brush bush, Mountain leatherwood

    Free flowering with cup-shaped white flowers. Neat shining dark green leaves. Very hardy and miniature growing at first
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    1.5 to 2 Litre
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    Plant Details
    • Good to know
      Ultimate size in 10-20 years. Grows into a densely branched small tree
    • Pests & Diseases
      None.
    • Place of origin
      Australia (Tasmania).
    • Evergreen
      glossy, dark-green leaves 1.5-2cm (¾in) long.
    • White
    • Cup-shaped
      Shallowly cup-shaped 2cm (¾in) across
    • Fully hardy
      Borderline
    • Entire
    • Oblong
    • Height
      6m (20ft)
    • Spread
      1.5m (5ft)
    • Tall Shrub
      Slender, upright shrub or small 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)
      Borderline
    • Scented flowers
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Bee friendly
    • Butterfly friendly
    • Mature Size
      6m (20ft)
      Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
        1.5m (5ft)
       
    Planting Tips and Care Advice
    • Garden Location/Conditions
      Australian / New Zealand
      Suitable for small gardens
    • Pruning group
      Pruning group 1
      Suitable 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.

      Pruning group 6
      Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs or climbers that need little to no pruning.
      Action: Trim back shoots that spoil symmetry and to fit available space.
      When: Annually after flowering if on previous year's growth, or in later Winter or Spring if flowering on current year's growth, or as requires.

    • Soil Conditions
      Fertile moist well-drained soil
      Neutral to acid soil
    • Sun Requirements
      Full sun
      Ensure roots are shaded. Shelter from cold drying winds.
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