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FOTHERGILLA gardenii
Commonly known as American witch hazel, Dwarf witch alder
White bottlebrush-like flowers and excellent autumn colour
£37.50 each
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Southeastern USA. -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Deciduousdark-green leaves to 6cm (2½in) long with toothed margins.
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White
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SpikesCylindrical, terminal spikes to 4cm (1½in) long
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BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Fully hardy
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Serrate
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Ovate
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Height
1m (39in) -
Spread
1m (39in)
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Dwarf shrubTypically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.Dense, bushy shrub with autumn colours of bright red, orange and yellow. Small flowers with filaments 2.5 (1in) long appear before the leaves
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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 - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Scented flowers
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Acid / ericaceous loving
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Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich.
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Full sun
For more flowers and better autumn colour. -
Partial shade
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Mature Size1m (39in)
1m (39in)
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Fothergilla - Growing Guide
