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  • POLYSPORA longicarpa
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    POLYSPORA longicarpa

    Single or semi-double scented white flowers
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    2 Litre
    Delivery Information
    Available from February 2025
    £25.00  
    Available from February 2025 - Awaiting new stock
     
    Plant Details
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    • Good to know
      An attractive plant all year because of its glossy leaves
    • Ornamental bark
    • Pests & Diseases
      Aphids, scale insects, vine weevils, honey fungus
    • Place of origin
      Southern China to northern Vietnam
    • Evergreen
      Thick, very glossy, narrow, entire, sometimes slightly toothed leaves to 20cm (8in) long
    • White
    • Fully hardy
      Borderline
    • Entire
    • Elliptic
    • Height
      2.5 - 4 m
    • Spread
      1.5 - 2.5 m
    • Tall Shrub
    • Tree
    • 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)
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    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Spring Seasonal Interest
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Winter Seasonal Interest
    • Bee friendly
    • Mature Size
      2.5 - 4 m
      Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
        1.5 - 2.5 m
       
    Planting Tips and Care Advice
    • Garden Location/Conditions
      Woodland garden
    • Pruning group
      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.

    • Soil Conditions
      Fertile moist well-drained soil
      Neutral to acid soil
    • Sun Requirements
      Full sun
      Partial shade
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