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CALYCANTHUS raulstonii 'Hartlage Wine'
This is a new and extremely rare hybrid between Calycanthus and Sinocalycanthus. The flowers have a wine-red centre and white outsides
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 knowAttractive to insects, butterflies.
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Pests & DiseasesNone
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Place of originGarden origin. USA. JC Raulston Arboretum, North Carolina.
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DeciduousBroadly ovate, glossy, mid-green leaves to 15cm (6in) long
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Bicolor
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RedWine red centres
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WhiteWhite outers
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Ovate
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Height3m (10ft)
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Spread4m (13ft)
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Tall ShrubSpreading shrub. Flowers to 7cm (3in) across.
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Hardy - cold winterHardy 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)
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Scented flowersLightly scented.
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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harmful if eatenPeople and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents
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Mature Size3m (10ft)
4m (13ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Pruning group
Pruning group 4Suitable for: Deciduous trees and shrubs that flower on current year's growth or are grown for winter stem effect.
Pruning: Hard prune to a low permanent framework.
When: Annually in early Spring.
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich
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Sun Requirements
Full sunShade from hot midday sun. Shelter from cold winds
Calycanthus - Growing Guide