TOONA sinensis 'Flamingo'

Commonly known as Chinese cedar, Toon

Young foliage a standout pink then turning cream and, finally green
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    Leaves, to 60cm (24in) long, have up to 26 ovate-lance-shaped, papery leaflets
  • White
  • Height
    15m (49ft)
  • Spread
    10m (33ft)
  • Tree
    Peeling bark. Produces small flowers in terminal panicles to 30cm (12in) long
  • 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)
    Borderline
  • Full sun

TOONA sinensis 'Flamingo'

 
Estimated availability autumn 2024 Any time SEPT-DEC - Not yet confirmed. Could be any time between September and December.
Small £40.00 each 
Delivery Information Estimated availability autumn 2024 Any time SEPT-DEC
plant size comparison icon 2 to 3 Litre
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  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Makes an effective specimen tree. Does best in hot summers. Atractive to insects.
    Ornamental bark
    Pests & Diseases
    None
    Place of origin
    China
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Woodland garden
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
    Borderline
  • Leaf form
    Pinnate
    		(see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Lanceolate
    		(see photos above)
    Ovate
    		(see photos above)
  • Scented Plants
    Scented flowers
    Scented foliage
    Aromatic foliage
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
  • Tree Shape
    Rounded to broadly columnar
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Toona - Growing Guide
Trees - Care Guide
15m (49ft)
 tree - guide for size not form Average Person
  10m (33ft)
  

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