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BUPLEURUM fruticosum
Commonly known as Shrubby hare's ear, Thorow wax
Excellent evergreen for coastal situations. Sea green foliage and yellow flowers. Difficult to propagate
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EvergreenNarrowly obovate leaves to 8cm(4in) long.
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Yellow
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Height2m (6½ft)
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Spread2.5m (8ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightDense, spreading shrub with long, slender, erect shoots. Flowers produced in domed, terminal umbels to 4cm (1½in) across.
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Hardy - average winterHardy 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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Full sun
BUPLEURUM fruticosum
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowWildlife plant - butterflies. Old, tangled plants can be cut back in spring and will regenerate.Pests & DiseasesNonePlace of originMediterraneanResistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Garden Location/ConditionsCoastal / windswept
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf marginEntire
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Leaf shapeObovate
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Pruning groupPruning group 6Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs or climbers that need little to no pruning.
Action: Trim back shoots that spoil symmetry and to fit available space.
When: Annually after flowering if on previous year's growth, or in later Winter or Spring if flowering on current year's growth, or as requires.
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soilModerately fertile
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WildlifeButterfly friendly
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Bupleurum - Growing Guide
2m (6½ft)
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2.5m (8ft) |
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