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HOVENIA dulcis

Commonly known as Japanese raisin tree

Handsome polished foliage, the reddish brown flower stalks are edible
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    Heart-shaped to oval, toothed, glossy, dark-green leaves 10-20cm (4-8in) long.
  • Yellow
    Greenish yellow
  • Height
    12m (40ft)
  • Spread
    10m (33ft)
  • Tree
    Upright then spreading tree. Produces cymes 5-7cm (2-3in) across of tiny flowers followed by black fruit to 5mm (¼in) across.
  • Hardy - very cold winter
    Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
  • Full sun
    Shelter from cold winds.

HOVENIA dulcis

 
Availability yet to be determined - We don't yet know when or if this plant is coming back into stock
Small £18.50 each 
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  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    After flowering the flower stalks swell, becoming red, fleshy, sweet and edible.
    Medicinal properties
    Source of quercetin, an anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant, used in the repair of liver damage from alcohol.
    Pests & Diseases
    Coral spot if wood is not ripened fully.
    Place of origin
    Eastern and southeastern Asia.
  • Flower Shape
    Cup-shaped
    Shallowly cup-shaped
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Pruning group
    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.

    RHS group 1
  • Scented Plants
    Scented flowers
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
    Humus-rich.
    Neutral to alkaline soil
  • Tree Shape
    Rounded to broadly spreading
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Hovenia dulcis - Growing Guide
Trees - Care Guide
12m (40ft)
 tree - guide for size not form Average Person
  10m (33ft)
  

Useful extras...

Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00

Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00

Vermin & Pest Control
Tree Guards
Essential small tree protection from vermin and strimming. This pack includes 5 x 90cm canes and 5 x 90cm spiral guards. Includes instructions.
Only £5.00

Garden Goodies
Slate Plant Labels
These wonderfully tactile natural slate plant labels are hand made in Cornwall and come with a chalk pen. Just stick them in your pot or border. Pack of 6.
Only £10.20

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