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PHOTINIA beauverdiana var notabilis
A graceful cascading mound of a tree with large corymbs of white flowers. Wonderful autumn colour falls to leave clusters of orange-red fruits. An exceptional species but one which is still rare and not widely grown
£19.50 each
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Pests & Diseases
Fireblight, leaf spot, powdery mildew -
Place of origin
Central and western China -
Deciduousleaves to 12cm (4¾in) long turning orange and red in autumn
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White
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PaniclesSmall, hawthorn-like flowers in corymb-like panicles 8-10cm (3-4in) across
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Elliptic
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Obovate
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Height
10m (33ft) -
Spread
8m (26ft)
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TreeSpreading tree. Flowers are follwed by ovoid, orange-red fruit
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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 - cold winter
Hardy 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) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Photinia - Growing Guide
