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ORIXA japonica
Commonly known as Japanese orixa
Aromatic leaves and small green flowers. Dioecious
£25.00 each
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Good to know
Tolerant of dry soils and exposed positions -
Pests & Diseases
Trouble free -
Place of origin
China, Korea, Japan -
DeciduousDark green leaves to 12cm (4¾in) long
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Green
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Cup-shaped
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Panicles
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BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Coastal / windswept
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Woodland garden
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Oblanceolate
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Obovate
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Height
2.5m (8ft) -
Spread
4m (13ft)
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Tall ShrubSpreading, slender-branched shrub. 4-petalled flowers, to 5mm (¼in) across are produced in the leaf axils as the leaves emerge. Male flowers are produced in small panicles to 3cm (1¼in) long, the females singly.
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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 - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Scented foliage
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soil
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Full shade
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Mature Size2.5m (8ft)
4m (13ft)
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