MELIANTHUS major

Handsome architectural evergreen for the herbaceous border in milder climates. Bluish green pinnate leaves and crimson tubular flowers

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£6.00 per packet

Pot size 2 to 3 Litre

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Plant Details

Flowering

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Architectural interest
Pests & Diseases
Red spider mite under glass
Place of origin
South Africa
Resistant to honey fungus
These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Evergreen
Spreading leaves 30-50cm (12-20in) long have 9-17 closely set, ovate leaflets.
Red
Racemes
Spike-like racemes 30-80cm (12-32in) long
Frost hardy (down to -5)
Blue
Pinnate
Incised
Ovate
Height
2-3m (6½-10ft)
Spread
1-3m (3-10ft)
Medium shrub
Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height

Erect to spreading shrub with robust, hollow stems mostly near ground level. Flowers, 2.5cm (1in) long.
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 foliage
Autumn Seasonal Interest
Spring Seasonal Interest
Summer Seasonal Interest

Mature Size

2-3m (6½-10ft)
	1-3m (3-10ft)

Planting Tips and Care Advice

Garden Location/Conditions

Border

Suitable for a warm, sheltered border

Patio / pot plants

Sub-tropical / mediterranean
Pruning group

Pruning group 4

Suitable for: Deciduous trees and shrubs that flower on current year's growth or are grown for winter stem effect.
Pruning: Hard prune to a low permanent framework.
When: Annually in early Spring.

Pruning group 5

Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
Soil Conditions

Fertile well drained soil
Sun Requirements

Full sun

Provide shelter from cold winds.