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UGNI molinae 'Flambeau'

Commonly known as Chilean guava, Murtillo

Variegated leaves tinged with pink. An attractive plant especially when the berries are also present

Available Early Spring 2021 - Should be available March/April onwards depending on growing conditions.

£15.00 each

MULTIBUY SAVING

Any 3+ for £12.00 each

Available Early Spring 2021

2 to 3 Litre

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Evergreen - elliptic to ovate, glossy, leaves to 3.5cm (1½in) long.
Shades of pink - All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)
Height - 1.5m (5ft)
Spread - 1m (39in)
Medium shrub - Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height - densely leafy
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)
Full sun - shelter from colds winds in frosty areas.
Partial shade
Additional Features - Berries - These plants have berries.
Good to know - flowers and fruit as the species.
Pests & Diseases - none.
Place of origin - garden origin.
Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -
Leaf Colour (if not green) - Gold variegated - - flushed pink when young
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.

RHS group 1
Scented Plants - Scented flowers -
Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
Spring
Summer
Winter
Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil -
Wildlife - Bee friendly -