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MELIA
Commonly known as Persian lilac, White cedar
Further Reading....
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Deciduous
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Will grow outside in milder locationsThis could include plants which would survive happily in a greenhouse or conservatory if not in a mild location. If you have a sheltered spot in your garden then it may do well here.Use loam based compost if growing in conservatory or greenhouse - full light
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Full sun
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowGrown for its star-shaped flowers and long-lasting bead-like berries. Seeds commonly used in rosaries before the advent of plastics. An underutilised tree of the mahogany family.Pests & DiseasesRed spider mites if in greenhousePlace of originIndia to China, southeastern Asia, northern Australia.
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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilShelter from cold winds.
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Toxic - Category B - CAUTIONToxic if eaten(People & Pets)
Melia azedarach - Growing Guide
Buy Varieties of MELIA

MELIA azedarach
Bead-tree, Pride of China, Pride of India
a rare but attractive tree more common in the Mediterranean, with fragrant lilac flowers. Bead-like fruits remain long after the leaves have fallen
Useful extras...

Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00

Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00

Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
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.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50