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HOYA lanceolata subsp. bella
Commonly known as Wax flower
Spreading, penduluous habit with sweetly scented white flowers with violet coronas
£24.00 each
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Pests & Diseases
Mealybugs -
Place of origin
Himalayas to northern Myanmar -
EvergreenOval to lance-shaped, fleshy, rich-green leaves to 3cm (1¼in) long.
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Star-shaped
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Greenhouse / conservatoryNot the sort of plants to be grown outside where there are likely to be frosts. These plants need to be grown in a conservatory or cool greenhouse or at least brought inside for the winterLoam-based compost with equal parts horticultural sand, leaf mould and crushed bark and charcoal. Partial shading
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Tender (greenhouse & conservatory)
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Height
50cm (20in) -
Spread
50cm (20in)
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ClimberSome of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clingingFlowers in umbels 3-4cm (to 1½in) across.
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Pruning group 6
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs or climbers that need little to no pruning.
Action: Trim back shoots that spoil symmetry and to fit available space.
When: Annually after flowering if on previous year's growth, or in later Winter or Spring if flowering on current year's growth, or as requires.
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Heated greenhouse - warm temperate
Can be grown outside in summer. Plant can withstand temperatures down to 5°C (41°F) -
Scented flowersVery sweetly scented.
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Full sun
With a little shade from the hottest sun.
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