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AUCUBA himalaica var. dolichophylla
Commonly known as Himalayan laurel
Long, narrow leaves sparsely speckled with yellow. Purple flowers
£20.00
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Pests & Diseases
Trouble free -
Place of origin
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EvergreenNarrow, tapered leaves to 20cm (8in) long
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Purple
Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violetPurple-red -
Panicles
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Fully hardy
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Dentate
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Lanceolate
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Height
1.8m (6ft) -
Spread
1.8m (6ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightSlow-growing shrub. Flowers are carried in conspicuous sprays
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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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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size1.8m (6ft)
1.8m (6ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Woodland garden
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Pruning group
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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Soil Conditions
Tolerates allExcept for boggy and waterlogged soil
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Sun Requirements
Full shade
Partial shade
