EUCRYPHIA moorei
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EUCRYPHIA moorei
Commonly known as Brush bush, Eastern leatherwood, Pinkwood, Plumwood
A rare species with attractive pinnate leaves. Profuse flowers which are smaller than those of E. glutinosa
£25.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to know
Wildlife plant - insects, butterflies. -
Pests & Diseases
None. -
Place of origin
Australia (New South Wales) -
EvergreenPinnate leaves 5-15cm (2-6in) long.
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White
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Saucer-shaped
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Fully hardyBorderline
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Pinnate
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Entire
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Height
To 8m (26ft) -
Spread
To 3m (10ft)
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Tall ShrubOr small tree. Slender, upright habit. Flowers are solitary or clustered in the upper leaf axils.
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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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Pruning group 6
Suitable 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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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)Borderline -
Scented flowers
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Acid / ericaceous loving
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Free draining sandy soil
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Full sun
Ensure roots are shaded. Shelter from cold dry winds. Requires a damp, sheltered site. -
Bee friendly
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Butterfly friendly
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Mature Sizeto 8m (26ft)
to 3m (10ft)
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