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SCHISANDRA rubriflora

Flowers deep scarlet borne on pendulous stalks during late spring.
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Good to know
Dioecious, so plants of both genders are required for the production of fruit. -
Pests & Diseases
None -
Place of origin
Western China, India, Burma -
DeciduousLance-shaped to narrowly elliptic, slightly toothed to entire, dark-green leaves to 12cm (5in) long, turning yellow in autumn.
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Cottage garden
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Town garden
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Woodland garden
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Fully hardy
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Height
10m (30ft) -
ClimberSome of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clingingTwining, woody climber with slender, red shoots. Produces solitary flowers to 2.5cm (1in) across.
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy 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) -
Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Schisandra - Growing Guide