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  • EUCRYPHIA moorei
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    EUCRYPHIA moorei

    Commonly known as Brush bush, Eastern leatherwood, Pinkwood, Plumwood

    A rare species with attractive pinnate leaves. Profuse flowers which are smaller than those of E. glutinosa
     
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    • Good to know
      Wildlife plant - insects, butterflies.
    • Pests & Diseases
      None.
    • Place of origin
      Australia (New South Wales)
    • Evergreen
      Pinnate leaves 5-15cm (2-6in) long.
    • White
    • Saucer-shaped
    • Fully hardy
      Borderline
    • Pinnate
    • Entire
    • Height
      To 8m (26ft)
    • Spread
      To 3m (10ft)
    • Tall Shrub
      Or small tree. Slender, upright habit. Flowers are solitary or clustered in the upper leaf axils.
    • 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.

    • 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
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Acid / ericaceous loving
    • Free draining sandy soil
    • Full sun
      Ensure roots are shaded. Shelter from cold dry winds. Requires a damp, sheltered site.
    • Bee friendly
    • Butterfly friendly
    • Mature Size
      to 8m (26ft)
      Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
        to 3m (10ft)
       
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