STAUNTONIA latifolia angustata
STAUNTONIA latifolia angustata
Flowers in early spring with green-white to purple flowers and purple fruits. Hardy
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Himalayas -
EvergreenDark-green leaves with up to 7 narrow leaflets to 15cm (6in) long by 2cm (¾in) wide
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Fully hardy
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ClimberSome of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clingingVigorous twining climber. Small greenish white male flowers and purple larger but fewer female flowers are produced in short racemes may be followed by sausage-shaped, purple fruits to 9cm (3½in) long
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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) -
Scented flowers
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soilHumus-rich
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Full sun
Will not tolerate cold, drying winds -
Partial shade
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