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EUPATORIUM ligustrinum
Commonly known as Ague weed, Incense bush, Thoroughwort
(syn. Micranthum) - filmy white flowers, aromatic and hugely attractive to late season butterflies
(UK Delivery Only)
individually £14.50 each , 3+ £13.00 each
Plant Details
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Good to know
Syn. Ageratina ligustrina. Wildlife plant - bees, butterflies. Makes a coastal hedge if given some protection from direct sea-wind -
Pests & Diseases
Slugs and aphids outdoors. Whiteflies and red spider mites in greenhouse. -
Place of origin
Mexico to Costa Rica -
Evergreentoothed, long-pointed, light-green leaves to 10cm (4in).
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White
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Serrate
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Elliptic
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Lanceolate
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Height
2.5m (8ft) -
Spread
2.5m (8ft)
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HedgeIdeal for hedging
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightDensely-branched domed shrub. Flowers in clustered terminal corymbs to 20cm (8in) across.
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) -
Scented flowers
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Bee friendly
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Butterfly friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size2.5m (8ft)
2.5m (8ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a shrub borderCoastal / windsweptSlightly back from the sea with more shelter
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
Eupatorium - Growing Guide
