BlueBell Arboretum & Nursery

Mail order trees, shrubs, conifers and woody climbers

Description

Stunning new introduction from the JC Raulston Arboretum in North Carolina, Sinocalycanthus raulstonii 'Hartlage Wine' is rare and has lightly scented, maroon flowers up to 7½ cm across in summer.

These colourful flowers stand out well against the glossy green leaves. The leaves turn pleasant shades of yellow before falling in autumn. Sinocalycanthus raulstonii 'Hartlage Wine' is an unusual and sought after garden plant!

Supplied Size: 3L container

• Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
• Soil: Well drained yet moist, fertile soil. Sinocalycanthus raulstonii 'Hartlage Wine' generally does not grow well in a shallow, chalky soil.
• Hardiness: Reasonably hardy. Sinocalycanthus raulstonii 'Hartlage Wine' requires protection from cold winter winds.
• Flowering Period: May - June.
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Eventually a medium sized branching shrub.
  • Height: up to 3 m (10 ft)
  • Spread: up to 2 m (6 ft)

• Notes: Although a new introduction, we suspect that the large leaves will be a tempting target for slugs and therefore slug pellets or cultural control of slugs is advised.