BlueBell Arboretum & Nursery

Mail order trees, shrubs, conifers and woody climbers

Description

A lovely rare species introduced from China by Wilson in 1908, Stachyurus chinensis 'Celina' has long, stiffly pendulous, racemes of soft-yellow flowers in spring. The flowers are very pretty and complimented by dark, purple-brown stems. The dark green leaves turn handsome shades of pink, red or orange before falling in autumn. An unusual and exciting garden plant!

Features

• Common name: Chinese Stachyurus
• Position: Full sun or partial shade.
• Soil: Moist, acidic, well drained soil.
• Hardiness: Reasonably hardy. Stachyurus chinensis 'Celina' requires protection from cold winds.
• Flowering Period: March.
• Flower Colour: Pale yellow
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Medium sized shrub with a rounded habit.
  • Height: 2.5 m (8 ft)
  • Spread: 3 m (10 ft)
• Notes: Stachyurus chinensis 'Celina' will grow in full sun as long as it is planted in a soil which remains moist all year round. As a general rule of thumb, it is usually a little less demanding in a position with partial shade or dappled sunlight.
• Size: 40 - 60 cm tall in 3L containers.