PSEUDOWINTERA colorata 'Marjorie Congreve'
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PSEUDOWINTERA colorata 'Marjorie Congreve'
Commonly known as New Zealand pepper tree
Beautiful shrimp-pink foliage with soft yellow tints as the leaves mature. Slow growing with an upright habit. Best leaf colours are produced in a sunny but sheltered aspect
£18.50 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
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EvergreenBroadly elliptic, leathery leaves to 8cm (3in) long.
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Cup-shaped
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BorderSuitable for a sheltered border
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Entire
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Elliptic
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Height
1.5m (5ft) -
Spread
1.5m (5ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightSpreading bushy shrub. Produces clusters of 2-5, or more, greenish yellow flowers 1cm (½in) across followed by spherical red berries maturing to black.
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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.
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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Scented foliageAromatic leaves
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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 soilHumus-rich
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Neutral to acid soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Mature Size1.5m (5ft)
1.5m (5ft)
View Planting Tips and Care Advice
Pseudowintera - Growing Guide