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GORDONIA
Tender, evergreen trees and shrubs with camellia-like flowers
Related to Franklinia, Stewartia and Camellia.
Genus of about 70 species of trees and shrubs, occurring in moist forest in southeastern Asia, with one species in southeastern USA.
Further Reading....
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Evergreen
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
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Additional FeaturesPlace of originSoutheastern Asia. One species in southeastern USA.
Gordonia axillaris - Growing Guide
Buy Varieties of GORDONIA
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GORDONIA axillaris
(Polyspora axillaris) - tenderish except in milder counties. This dense growing shrub with dark green leaves produces large saucer-shaped white flowers which could be mistaken for a camellia
Useful extras...
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Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
3 options from £3.00
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Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
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Vermin & Pest Control
SB Plant Invigorator
This is a non-biological non-chemical plant insecticide and mildewcide.
Works against the physical motion of the insect. Perfect for all plants and edible crops.
Only £9.00
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Garden Goodies
Slate Plant Labels
These wonderfully tactile natural slate plant labels are hand made in Cornwall and come with a chalk pen.
Just stick them in your pot or border. Pack of 6.
Only £10.00
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Garden Goodies
Slate Tie-on Plant Labels
Hand made in Cornwall, these delightful natural slate labels are perfect for pots.
Comes with chalk pen. Pack of 5
Only £10.00
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Garden Goodies
Max/Min Digital Thermometer
Thermometer which displays current temperature in the centre, with Max above and min below.
Suitable for use outdoors or in the greenhouse / conservatory.
With batteries included
Only £20.00