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CARPENTERIA californica 'Ladhams Variety'
Commonly known as Californian anemone bush, Californian mock orange
The best form of this scarce plant, with large fragrant white flowers. Can be grown in shrub borders but is also an excellent patio plant
£30.00 each
Large
£40.00
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes - Click to close
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Good to know
Will grow taller if grown against a wall -
Pests & Diseases
Fungal leaf spot. -
Place of origin
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Evergreenglossy, dark-green leaves 10-12cm (4-5in) long.
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White
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Cup-shapedTo 8cm (3in) across with central bosses of yellow stamens
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BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Patio / pot plants
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Town garden
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Lanceolate
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Height
2m (6½ft) plus -
Spread
2m (6½ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightUpright, open shrub with peeling, pale-brown bark
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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.
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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) -
Scented flowers
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilShelter from cold dry winds.
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Full sun
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Mature Size2m (6½ft) plus
2m (6½ft)
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Carpenteria - Care Guide
