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STACHYURUS
Little-known shrub producing tassels of flowers on colourful shoots before the leaves emerge.
Genus of about 6 species of deciduous or semi-evergreen shrubs found in woodland and thickets in the Himalayas and eastern Asia.
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DeciduousTapered leaves to 18cm (7in) long
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Yellow -
Height3m (10ft) -
Spread2.5m (8ft)
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Tall ShrubOpen, spreading shrub. with arching shoots. Produces flowers 7mm (¼in) across in racemes to 10cm (4in) long from the leaf axils before the leaves appear
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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) -
Full sun -
Partial shade
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Additional Features
Good to knowWildlife plant. Nectar and pollen for insects
Pests & DiseasesTrouble free
Place of originJapanResistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus. -
Flower ShapeBell/LanternBell-shapedRacemes
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuitable for a large shrub borderWoodland garden
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf Colour (if not green)Purple
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Leaf margin
Dentate(see photos above) -
Leaf shape
Ovate
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Pruning group
Pruning group 1Suitable 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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Seasonal InterestSpringWinter
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Soil ConditionsAcid / ericaceous lovingFertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich
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Wildlife
Bee friendly
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3m (10ft)
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2.5m (8ft) |
Buy Varieties of STACHYURUS
STACHYURUS chinensis
long racemes of numerous yellow cup-shaped flowers. A rare species more floriferous than S. praecox
STACHYURUS chinensis 'Joy Forever'
a striking new introduction with golden variegated leaves tinged bronze at the edges to give a tricoloured effect
STACHYURUS praecox
short racemes of drooping yellow flowers with bronzy stems
STACHYURUS salicifolius 'Fairy Tales'
arching shoots and bronze young foliage. Leaves are narrow and willow-like. Pale yellow flowers in hanging racemes
Gift-wrapping available
£25.00
Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Afterplant - Grow Your Own
AFTER PLANT GROW YOUR OWN seaweed is ready to use liquid concentrate that was specially formulated be used on all edible plants.
Only £8.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Afterplant - Tomatoes
AFTER PLANT TOMATO FEED Liquid Concentrate with Bio stimulant is a high potash liquid concentrate containing seaweed extract, plant derived amino acids and other nutrients specifically formulated to benefit tomatoes and greenhouse plants.
Only £8.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
3 options from £3.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow Ericoid mycorrhizal fungi
This specially adapted Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi will boost the growth of acid-loving plants like rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers and blueberries.
It contains ericoid and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, which are found in poor acidic soils where ericaceous plants naturally grow.
Only £7.50
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
