Linnaea amabilis 'Maradco' (Dream Catcher Beauty Bush)
Michael's Opinion
A class plant both in foliage and bloom, stunning form approaching maturity.
Botanical Information
| Family | Caprifoliaceae |
| Genus | Linnaea |
| Species | amabilis |
| Cultivar | 'Maradco' |
| Synonyms | Kolkwitzia amabilis 'Dream Catcher' |
| Registered Name | Dream Catcher® |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Shrub (deciduous) |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 4-8 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 2a-7b |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -35 - (-9) |
| Temperature (°F) | -30 - 20 |
| Height | 1.8 - 2.7 m |
| Spread | 1.8 - 2.7 m |
| Growth | Slow |
| Flowering Period | April, May |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | A tall and vigorous shrub, densely twiggy and upright in growth. |
| Landscape | Hedge, screen, specimen or accent plant. |
| Cultivation | Plant in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil. Apply an organic mulch and general fertilizer in the spring. Prune out old, damage or weak shoots from the base after flowering. It is possible to rejuvenate through thinning and cutting hard back and then applying general fertilizer. May require support from the wind and heavy rain in exposed areas. |
| Pests | No significant pests or diseases. |
| Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
| Flower Description | Small, fragrant, growing in clusters. |
| Colour Description | Foliage is bright green and yellow, sometimes with shades of orange and red. Flowers are pale pink. |
Photographs
Linnaea amabilis 'Maradco', form.
Linnaea amabilis 'Maradco', leaf.
Linnaea amabilis 'Maradco', flower.
Linnaea amabilis 'Maradco', maturity.