HOHERIA 'Glory of Amlwch'

Commonly known as New Zealand lacebark

A hybrid between H.glabrata and H.sexstylosa with pure white flowers densely crowded on the stems
Further Reading....
  • Semi-evergreen
    Keeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.
    Narrowly ovate, glossy, bright-green leaves to 10cm (4in) long.
  • White
  • Height
    2.4m (8ft)
  • Spread
    1.8m (6ft)
  • Tall Shrub
    Spreading shrub or small tree. Produces clusters of large flowers to 4cm (1½in) across.
  • Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
    Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)
  • Full sun
    Shelter from cold, drying winds.
  • Partial shade

HOHERIA 'Glory of Amlwch'

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Attractive to butterflies.
    Pests & Diseases
    Coral spot (in damp, shady sites)
    Place of origin
    New Zealand. This cultivar, of garden origin, from Anglesey, Wales.
    Resistant to honey fungus
    These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
  • Flower Shape
    Cup-shaped
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Australian / New Zealand
    Border
    Suitable for a large shrub border
  • Hardiness
    Frost hardy (down to -5)
  • Leaf margin
    Dentate
    		(see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Ovate
    		(see photos above)
  • 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.
  • Scented Plants
    Scented flowers
    Attractive to butterflies.
  • Seasonal Interest
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
    Neutral to acid soil
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
    Butterfly friendly
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Cold weather damage to evergreen plants
Hoheria Growing Guide
2.4m (8ft)
 Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
  1.8m (6ft)
  

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