LOMATIA silaifolia
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LOMATIA silaifolia
Commonly known as Crinkle bush, Parsley fern
Finely divided leaves and large panicles of creamy white flowers in July
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Pests & Diseases
Trouble free -
Place of origin
Southeastern Australia -
Evergreen2- or 3-pinnate, dark green leaves to 30cm (12in) long, composed of lance-shaped leaflets with margins rolled under
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White
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PaniclesErect panicles to 30cm (12in) long
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Australian / New Zealand
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BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Fully hardy
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Pinnate
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Lanceolate
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Height
2m (6½ft) -
Spread
2m (6½ft) -
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.
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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) -
Scented flowers
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Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile
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Neutral to acid soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Bee friendly
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