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MACLEAYA microcarpa 'Kelways Coral Plume'
Commonly known as Plume poppy
Coral-pink flowers, greyish green foliage
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Pests & DiseasesSlugs
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Place of originGarden origin
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Shades of pinkAll shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Coral pink
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PaniclesLoose panicles
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Fully hardy
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Height2.2m (7ft)
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Spread1m (39in) or more.
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.Rhizomatous perennial with 5-7 lobed leaves to 25cm (10in) long with rounded, toothed lobes and prominent veins. Produces pendent flowers, each with 8-15 stamens.
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Hardy - very cold winterHardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size2.2m (7ft)
1m (39in) or more.
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a mixed or herbaceous border
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilWill tolerate most soils.
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Sun Requirements
Full sunShelter from cold windsPartial shadeTolerates partial shade.
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