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EXOCHORDA serratifolia
Commonly known as Pearl bush
More unusual chalk loving species with serrated leaves. Very floriferous
£17.50 each
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Central Asia to China and Korea. -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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DeciduousNarrowly obovate leaves to 7cm (2¾in) long
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White
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RacemesLoose racemes of 4-7 flowers to 4cm (1½in) across
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SingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
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BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Fully hardy
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Serrate
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Obovate
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Height
2.5m (8ft) -
Spread
2.5m (8ft)
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Tall ShrubDense, rounded shrub with arching branches
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Pruning group 2
Suitable for: Deciduous shrubs and trees that flower in Spring or early Summer on previous year's growth, including plants that produce new growth at or near ground level.
Pruning: Prune flowered shoots to strong buds. Cut back approximately 1/4 of old shoots to the base to promote replacement growth.
When: Annually, after flowering.
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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) -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Alkaline / Chalk loving
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Mature Size2.5m (8ft)
2.5m (8ft)
View Planting Tips and Care Advice
Exochorda - Growing Guide
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