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BORONIA heterophylla
Deep cerise pink flowers in profusion. A most attractive greenhouse or conservatory plant
£19.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes - Click to close
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Pests & Diseases
Red spider mites under glass. -
Place of origin
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EvergreenNarrow, lance-shaped, aromatic, bright-green leaves.
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Cerise pink -
Bell/LanternBell-shaped, pendent flowers
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Australian / New Zealand
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Border
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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 winterLime-free ericaceous potting, full light, shade from hot sun.
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Tender (greenhouse & conservatory)
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Entire
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Lanceolate
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Height
1.5m(5ft) -
Spread
1.2m (4ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightUpright, bushy shrub
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Pruning group 7
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that flower on previous year's growth in Spring, or current year's growth in late Summer/Autumn.
Action: Cut back flowered shoots to within 1 inch of previous year's growth.
When: Annually after flowering or in Spring if flowering on current year's growth.
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Tender - cool or frost free greenhouse
Tolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen. Except in frost-free inner-city areas or coastal extremities requires glasshouse conditions. Plant can withstand temperatures down to 1°C (34°F) -
Scented flowers
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Scented foliage
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Neutral to acid soil
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Partial shade
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Mature Size1.5m(5ft)
1.2m (4ft)
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Boronia - Growing Guide
