PHOTINIA 'Blackberry Gem'
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PHOTINIA 'Blackberry Gem'
Glossy, dark purple leaves becoming greener as they mature. Clusters of ivory-white flowers.
£17.50
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Compact evergreen -
Pests & Diseases
Fireblight, leaf spot, powdery mildew -
Evergreen
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White
Ivory white -
Border
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Cottage garden
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Patio / pot plants
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Suitable for small gardens
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Town garden
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PurpleVery deep purple
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Elliptic
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Oblanceolate
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Height
1 metre -
Spread
1 metre
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
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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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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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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Tolerates all
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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harmful if eaten
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Mature Size1 metre
1 metre
View Planting Tips and Care Advice
Photinia - Growing Guide