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MACLEAYA microcarpa 'Kelways Coral Plume'
Commonly known as Plume poppy
Coral-pink flowers, greyish green foliage
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Shades of pinkAll shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Coral pink
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Height2.2m (7ft)
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Spread1m (39in) or more.
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.Rhizomatous perennial with 5-7 lobed leaves to 25cm (10in) long with rounded, toothed lobes and prominent veins. Produces pendent flowers, each with 8-15 stamens.
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Hardy - very cold winterHardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
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Full sunShelter from cold winds
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Partial shadeTolerates partial shade.
MACLEAYA microcarpa 'Kelways Coral Plume'
- Details
- Mature Size
- Tips and Advice
- Goes Well With
- Planting Combinations
- Other Suggestions
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Additional FeaturesPests & DiseasesSlugsPlace of originGarden origin
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Flower ShapePaniclesLoose panicles
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HardinessFully hardy
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Seasonal InterestSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilWill tolerate most soils.
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WildlifeRabbit Resistant
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Macleya - Growing Guide
2.2m (7ft)
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1m (39in) or more. |
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Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
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All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
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