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STEPHANANDRA incisa 'Crispa'
Commonly known as Lace shrub
Small dense shrub with zig-zag stems and crinkled leaves. Excellent ground cover. Flowers greenish-white in panicles
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DeciduousLeaves to 8cm (3in) long turning orange-yellow in autumn
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WhiteWith a hint of pink
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Height60cm (24in)
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Spread3m (10ft)
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Dwarf shrubTypically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.Thicket-forming shrub. Produces flowers in panicles to 8cm (3in) long.
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Ground coverThese plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soil
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
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Full sun
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Partial shade
STEPHANANDRA incisa 'Crispa'
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Additional FeaturesPests & DiseasesNonePlace of originKorea, Japan, Taiwan
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf marginIncised
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Leaf shapeOvate
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Pruning groupPruning group 2Suitable 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.
RHS groups 2 & 3 -
Seasonal InterestAutumnSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soil
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Stephanandra - Growing Guide
60cm (24in)
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