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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
Further Reading....
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Evergreenglossy, dark-green leaves 1.5-2cm (¾in) long.
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White -
Height6m (20ft) -
Spread1.5m (5ft)
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Tall ShrubSlender, upright shrub or small tree
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Hardy - average winterHardy 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 -
Full sunEnsure roots are shaded. Shelter from cold drying winds.
EUCRYPHIA milliganii
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Additional Features
Good to knowUltimate size in 10-20 years. Grows into a densely branched small tree
Pests & DiseasesNone.
Place of originAustralia (Tasmania). -
Flower ShapeCup-shapedShallowly cup-shaped 2cm (¾in) across
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Garden Location/ConditionsAustralian / New ZealandSuitable for small gardens
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HardinessFully hardyBorderline
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Leaf margin
Entire(see photos above) -
Leaf shape
Oblong
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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.
RHS group 1
Pruning group 6Suitable 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.
RHS group 9 & 11 -
Scented PlantsScented flowers
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Seasonal InterestSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilNeutral to acid soil
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Wildlife
Bee friendlyButterfly friendly
Eucryphia - Care Guide
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6m (20ft)
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1.5m (5ft) |
Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
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