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HOHERIA 'Borde Hill'

Commonly known as New Zealand lacebark

A shrubby small tree with masses of white flowers

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Available late spring to early summer 2021 - These plants will be available again sometime in late spring/early summer depending on growing conditions.

£16.50 each

Available late spring to early summer 2021

2 to 3 Litre

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Evergreen - toothed leaves which become bigger and more round with age
White
Height - 5m (16ft) or more
Spread - 1.5-2m (4-6½ft)
Tree - small, narrow tree or tall shrub. Produces 5-petalled flowers with prominent stamens
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)
Against a wall
Full sun - shelter from cold, drying winds
Additional Features - Good to know - - wildlife plant - bees, butterflies
Pests & Diseases - coral spot particularly in damp, shady sites
Place of origin - garden origin. A cultivar from Borde Hill, Sussex
Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
Flower Shape - Bell/Lantern - - bell-shaped
Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -
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 - Summer -
Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil -
Wildlife - Bee friendly -
Butterfly friendly