FORESTIERA neomexicana
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FORESTIERA neomexicana
Commonly known as New Mexico olive, New Mexico privet
Rare - These plants are either in short supply, when ordering you may need to go on a waiting list, we will contact you.
£20.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Good to know
Syn. F. pubescens var. pubescens. Wildlife plant. Nectar and berries. Requires a long, hot summer to fruit well. -
Pests & Diseases
Trouble free -
Place of origin
USA. Texas to New Mexico -
DeciduousSmall, oval, glossy green leaves
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Yellow
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Height
3m (10ft) -
Spread
3m (10ft)
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HedgeIdeal for hedging
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Tall ShrubVase-shaped shrub or small tree with small, spidery flowers and producing black fruits in autumn. Pale grey trunks are exposed after leaf-fall.
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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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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soilModerately fertile
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Bee friendly
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Butterfly friendly
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Mature Size3m (10ft)
3m (10ft)
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