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NEILLIA thibetica
Attractive shrub with erect downy stems & pink flowers in arching racemes
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Pests & DiseasesNone.
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Place of originWestern China.
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DeciduousOvate or ovate-oblong 3-lobed, long-pointed, toothed, bright-green leaves to 10cm (4in) long.
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Shades of pinkAll shades of pink through to Carmine (red)
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RacemesArching racemes to 15cm (6in) long
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TubularTubular-bell-shaped to 1cm (½in) long
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Fully hardy
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Lobed
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Serrate
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Ovate
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Height2m (6½ft)
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Spread2m (6½ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightThicket-forming, suckering shrub
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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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Mature Size2m (6½ft)
2m (6½ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Pruning group
Pruning group 2Suitable for: Deciduous shrubs and trees that flower in Spring or early Summer on previous year's growth, including plants that produce new growth at or near ground level.
Pruning: Prune flowered shoots to strong buds. Cut back approximately 1/4 of old shoots to the base to promote replacement growth.
When: Annually, after flowering.
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Soil Conditions
Fertile well drained soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sunPartial shade
Neillia thibetica - Growing Guide
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