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CALYCANTHUS chinensis
Large magnolia-like flowers white on the outside and yellowish inside with maroon markings at the base. Very rare
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DeciduousBroadly elliptic to obovate, sharply pointed glossy, mid-green leaves to 15cm (6in) long
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Bicolor
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WhiteWhite outside
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YellowYellowish inside with maroon
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Height3m (10ft)
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Spread4m (13ft)
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Tall ShrubSpreading shrub. Produces flowers singly, close to the shoot tips.
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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 sunShade from hot midday sun. Shelter from cold winds
CALYCANTHUS chinensis
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowAttractive to insects, butterflies.Pests & DiseasesNonePlace of originEastern China
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Flower ShapeCup-shapedTo 7cm (3in) across
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf marginEntire
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Leaf shapeElliptic
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Pruning groupPruning group 4Suitable for: Deciduous trees and shrubs that flower on current year's growth or are grown for winter stem effect.
Pruning: Hard prune to a low permanent framework.
When: Annually in early Spring.
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich
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Toxic - Category CHarmful if eaten(People & Pets)
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Calycanthus - Growing Guide
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