Product description
Lusitanica originates from southwestern France into the Iberian Peninsula. It is noteworthy for its excellent hedging growth and is of a bushy habit.
Foliage is composed of dark green, glossy leaves that are ovate and approximately 10 to 12 cm in length. Also pleasant are the fragrant, white flowers which appear on lengthy racemes of about 20 to 30 cm in the early summer. Later in the autumn season, appear small purple-coloured fruits.
Overall, this plant is easy to maintain after it is established. The height and spread make it perfect for hedging because it is both dense and large in stature. In addition, it is drought resistant and hardy throughout most of the UK, down to -15° C.
Plant in most soil types, as long as they are well-drained. It also prefers full sun to partial shade. These plants work well in several different areas, including informal settings and in city and courtyard areas.
Prune at the end of the growing season in winter, or in the beginning of spring. Should only need light pruning to maintain shape and remove unwanted or damaged limbs.
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Product description
Lusitanica originates from southwestern France into the Iberian Peninsula. It is noteworthy for its excellent hedging growth and is of a bushy habit.
Foliage is composed of dark green, glossy leaves that are ovate and approximately 10 to 12 cm in length. Also pleasant are the fragrant, white flowers which appear on lengthy racemes of about 20 to 30 cm in the early summer. Later in the autumn season, appear small purple-coloured fruits.
Overall, this plant is easy to maintain after it is established. The height and spread make it perfect for hedging because it is both dense and large in stature. In addition, it is drought resistant and hardy throughout most of the UK, down to -15° C.
Plant in most soil types, as long as they are well-drained. It also prefers full sun to partial shade. These plants work well in several different areas, including informal settings and in city and courtyard areas.
Prune at the end of the growing season in winter, or in the beginning of spring. Should only need light pruning to maintain shape and remove unwanted or damaged limbs.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
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When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
