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  • VALLEA stipularis
    VALLEA stipularis
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    VALLEA stipularis

    Commonly known as Mountain vallea

    Cup shaped flowers of dark rose red fading to deep pink.
     
    Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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    • Pests & Diseases
      Generally pest and disease free
    • Place of origin
      Venezuela to Argentina
    • Semi-evergreen
      Keeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.
    • Shades of pink
      All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)
      Deep pink to crimson
    • Bell/Lantern
    • Border
    • Sub-tropical / mediterranean
    • Town garden
    • Ovate
      Leathery leaves
    • Height and Spread
      4 metres
    • Spread
      3.5 - 4 metres
    • Medium shrub
      Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
    • Pruning group 5
      Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
      Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
      When: Annually after flowering.

    • Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
      Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)
      Warm wall in mild areas, or cool greenhouse
    • Spring Seasonal Interest
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Neutral to acid soil
    • Full sun
    • Partial shade
    • Mature Size
      Medium Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
        3.5 - 4 metres
       
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