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NEOLITSEA sericea
(formerly LITSEA glauca) - very attractive silky, rusty-brown, new growth which becomes dark green above and whitish below. Highly aromatic when crushed
£45.00 each
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Pests & Diseases
Possibly scale insects under glass. -
Place of origin
Taiwan, China, Korea, Japan. -
EvergreenLeaves 10-18 cm (4-7in) long.
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Entire
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Elliptic
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Oblong
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Height
To 6m (20ft) -
Spread
3m (10ft) or more.
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Tall ShrubOr small tree, columnar when young, spreading with age.
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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.
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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
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Full sun
Shelter from cold winds. -
Partial shade
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Broadly conical
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Mature Sizeto 6m (20ft)
3m (10ft) or more.
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