AZARA serrata

Glossy oval leaves and fragrant dark yellow flowers in midsummer

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£16.50 each

Ready in 3 - 5 days

Normally 3 - 5 days

2 to 3 Litre

Evergreen - oval, toothed, dark green leaves to 6cm (2½in) long.
Yellow - dark yellow
Height - 4m (13ft)
Spread - 3m (10ft)
Tall Shrub - downy branches. Produces flowers in dense, spherical clusters to 2cm (¾in) across.
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)
Full sun
Partial shade
Additional Features - Good to know - - attractive to bees.
Pests & Diseases - none.
Place of origin - South America(Chile and Argentina).
Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -
Pruning group - Pruning group 5
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.

RHS group 8
Scented Plants - Scented flowers -
Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
Spring
Summer
Winter
Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - - humus-rich
Wildlife - Bee friendly -