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ULEX europaeus 'Flore Pleno'
Commonly known as Double gorse
Double flowering gorse
individually £13.50 each , 3+ £12.00 each
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
As the native but with double flowers and no fruit. -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Garden origin -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Evergreen
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Yellow
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DoubleMulti rows of petals, no stamen showing
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Fully hardy
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Height
2.5m (8ft) -
Spread
2m (6½ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightDensely bushy
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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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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size2.5m (8ft)
2m (6½ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a shrub borderCoastal / windsweptCottage gardenTown garden
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Pruning group
Pruning group 7
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that flower on previous year's growth in Spring, or current year's growth in late Summer/Autumn.
Action: Cut back flowered shoots to within 1 inch of previous year's growth.
When: Annually after flowering or in Spring if flowering on current year's growth.
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Soil Conditions
Free draining sandy soilNeutral to acid soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Ulex europaeus - Growing Guide
