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PACHYPHRAGMA macrophylla
Commonly known as Large-leaved pachyphragma
Small white flowers in spring. Excellent groundcover for shade
individually £13.50 each , 3+ £12.00 each
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Good to know
Basal clusters of leaves partially persist over winter. Once established will grow in dry shade -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Caucasus, northeastern Turkey -
Semi-evergreenKeeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.Ovate to rounded, scalloped leaves, 2.5-10cm (1-4in) long in basal clusters
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White
With pale green veins -
BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Fully hardy
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Height
40cm (16in) -
Spread
90cm (36in)
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Ground coverThese plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soilSlow-growing plant suitable for planting beneath trees and deciduous shrubs. Cross-shaped flowers, 2cm (¾in) across, are carried in flat corymbs followed by flat, heart-shaped fruit
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Scented flowersUnpleasantly scented
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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 soilModerately fertile
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Full shade
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Partial shade
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