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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
£21.00 each
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Good to know
Ultimate size in 10-20 years. Grows into a densely branched small tree -
Pests & Diseases
None. -
Place of origin
Australia (Tasmania). -
Evergreenglossy, dark-green leaves 1.5-2cm (¾in) long.
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White
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Cup-shapedShallowly cup-shaped 2cm (¾in) across
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Australian / New Zealand
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Suitable for small gardens
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Fully hardyBorderline
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Entire
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Oblong
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Height
6m (20ft) -
Spread
1.5m (5ft)
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Tall ShrubSlender, upright shrub or small tree
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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.
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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.
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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
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Neutral to acid soil
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Full sun
Ensure roots are shaded. Shelter from cold drying winds. -
Bee friendly
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Butterfly friendly
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Mature Size6m (20ft)
1.5m (5ft)
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