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PHILLYREA angustifolia
Commonly known as Jasmine box
Small, fragrant creamy yellow flowers on this dense bushy shrub. Excellent for coastal exposure
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EvergreenNarrow, dark green leaves to 6cm (2½in) long
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YellowCreamy yellow
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Height3m (10ft)
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Spread3m (10ft)
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Tall ShrubCompact, rounded shrub. Inconspicuous small flowers appear in the leaf axils followed by spherical blue-black fruit 5mm (¼in) across
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
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Full sunShelter from cold winds
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Partial shadeWill tolerate some partial shade
PHILLYREA angustifolia
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Additional FeaturesBerriesThese plants have berries.Pests & DiseasesWhitefliesPlace of originMediterraneanResistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuitable for a shrub borderCoastal / windsweptSlightly back from the sea with some shelter
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf marginEntire
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Leaf shapeLinear
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Pruning groupPruning group 1Suitable 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 1Pruning group 5Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
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Scented PlantsScented flowers
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soil
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Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
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Rootgrow Ericoid mycorrhizal fungi
This specially adapted Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi will boost the growth of acid-loving plants like rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers and blueberries.
It contains ericoid and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, which are found in poor acidic soils where ericaceous plants naturally grow.
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All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
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