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STACHYURUS chinensis 'Joy Forever'

A striking new introduction with golden variegated leaves tinged bronze at the edges to give a tricoloured effect
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to know
Wildlife plant - early nectar and pollen for insects -
Pests & Diseases
None -
Place of origin
China -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Deciduousabruptly pointed, leaves to 12cm (5in) long.
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Yellow
Pale-primrose coloured -
Fully hardy
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Serrulate
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Ovate
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Height
2m (6½ft) -
Spread
4m (13ft) -
Tall ShrubSpreading shrub with arching shoots. Produces bell-shaped flowers 7mm (¼in) across in racemes to 13cm (5in) long
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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) -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Bee friendly
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Mature Size2m (6½ft)
4m (13ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a shrub borderCoastal / windsweptCottage gardenTown gardenWoodland garden
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Pruning group
Pruning group 1
Suitable 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.
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Soil Conditions
Acid / ericaceous lovingFertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
Stachyurus - Growing Guide