LEPTOSPERMUM scoparium 'Nichollsii'

Red flowers and purple-bronze foliage

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Available Early Spring 2021 - Should be available March/April onwards depending on growing conditions.

£14.50 each

MULTIBUY SAVING

Any 3+ £12.00 each

Available Early Spring 2021

Evergreen
Red
Height - 2-3m (6½-10ft)
Spread - 2m (6½ft)
Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter - Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)
Will grow outside in milder locations - This could include plants which would survive happily in a greenhouse or conservatory if not in a mild location. If you have a sheltered spot in your garden then it may do well here.
Full sun
Additional Features - Good to know - - wildlife plant - insects
Pests & Diseases - none
Place of origin - New Zealand
Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
Flower Shape - Single - Row of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -
Pruning group - Pruning group 5
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.

RHS group 8
Scented Plants - Scented foliage -
Seasonal Interest - Spring -
Summer
Soil Conditions - Fertile well drained soil - - moderately fertile
Wildlife - Bee friendly -