Pseudopanax lessonii 'Purpurea'


Botanical Information

FamilyAraliaceae
GenusPseudopanax
Specieslessonii
Cultivar'Purpurea'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (evergreen)
OriginNative to New Zealand.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone9
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone9a or greater
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH3
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)(-5) - 1
Temperature (°F)23 - 34
Height1.5 - 2.5 m
Spread1.5 - 2.5 m
GrowthMedium

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionAn upright evergreen shrub with dramatic foliage in varying colours.
ShapeRounded, bushy.
LandscapeContainer plant, wall-side borders.
PropagationPropagate by cuttings.
CultivationPrefers full sun in fertile, well-draining soil.
PestsNo notable pests or diseases.
Notable SpecimensTrebah Gardens, Mawnan Smith, Nr Falmouth, Cornwall.
HabitatHorticultural origin.

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