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PROSTANTHERA lasianthos
Commonly known as Victoria Christmas bush
White flowers with a purple tint and large lanceolate leaves
Further Reading....
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Evergreen - toothed, sometimes wavy leaves 5-15cm (2-6in) long.
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White - with purple tint -
Height - 1-2m (3-6½ft) -
Spread - 1-2m (3-6½ft)
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Medium shrub - Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height - variable, tall or oval-shaped shrub. Produces masses of thin, soft flowers
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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) -
Against a wall
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Full sun -
Additional Features - Good to know - - hardy in milder or coastal areas. A good plant for a large conservatory. -
Pests & Diseases - under glass red spider mites, whiteflies. -
Place of origin - Australia (Queensland to Tasmania) -
Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Flower Shape - Racemes - - terminal, branched racemes
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Tubular - broadly tubular 2cm (¾in) across
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Garden Location/Conditions - Greenhouse / conservatory - Not the sort of plants to be grown outside where there are likely to be frosts. These plants need to be grown in a conservatory or cool greenhouse or at least brought inside for the winter
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Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -
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Pruning group - 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.
RHS group 8 -
Scented Plants - Scented foliage -
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Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
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Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - - moderately fertile.
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Wildlife - Bee friendly -
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Prostanthera - Growing Guide
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