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STEPHANANDRA tanakae
An elegant arching shrub which is larger than S. incisa
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Ornamental bark
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
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DeciduousBroadly ovate, 3- to 5-lobed, sharply-toothed, mid-green leaves to 12cm (5in) long which turn orange and yellow in autumn.
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White
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Fully hardy
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Incised
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Lobed
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Ovate
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Height
3m (10ft) -
Spread
3m (10ft) -
Tall ShrubThicket-forming shrub with arching, orange-brown shoots. Produces flowers in panicles to10cm (4in) long.
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size3m (10ft)
3m (10ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a large shrub borderCoastal / windsweptCottage gardenTown garden
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Pruning group
Pruning group 2
Suitable for: Deciduous shrubs and trees that flower in Spring or early Summer on previous year's growth, including plants that produce new growth at or near ground level.
Pruning: Prune flowered shoots to strong buds. Cut back approximately 1/4 of old shoots to the base to promote replacement growth.
When: Annually, after flowering.
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
Stephanandra - Growing Guide