LEYCESTERIA formosa 'Little Lanterns'
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LEYCESTERIA formosa 'Little Lanterns'
Commonly known as Flowering nutmeg, Himalayan honeysuckle, Pheasant berry
Small growing form with golden-green leaves, white pendant flowers and purple berries
£15.50 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Good to know
Good for a large container. Long season of interest with attractive foliage, flowers and fruit -
Pests & Diseases
Trouble free -
Place of origin
Himalaya, western China. Garden origin. UK. Charles Carr, Hilliers Nursery -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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DeciduousHeart-shaped leaves
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White
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SpikesPendent spikes
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BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Patio / pot plants
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Suitable for small gardens
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Height
1.2m (4ft) -
Spread
1.2m (4ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightCompact shrub with attractive, bamboo-like shoots. Dark purple fruit in autumn
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Pruning group 2
Suitable for: Deciduous shrubs and trees that flower in Spring or early Summer on previous year's growth, including plants that produce new growth at or near ground level.
Pruning: Prune flowered shoots to strong buds. Cut back approximately 1/4 of old shoots to the base to promote replacement growth.
When: Annually, after flowering.
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Pruning group 4
Suitable for: Deciduous trees and shrubs that flower on current year's growth or are grown for winter stem effect.
Pruning: Hard prune to a low permanent framework.
When: Annually in early Spring.
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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) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Mature Size1.2m (4ft)
1.2m (4ft)
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Leycesteria - Growing Guide