Drimys lanceolata 'Suzette' - variegated leaves

Drimys lanceolata 'Suzette'

Drimys lanceolata 'Suzette' - variegated leaves

Drimys lanceolata 'Suzette' - variegated leaves

Drimys lanceolata 'Suzette'

Drimys lanceolata 'Suzette' - variegated leaves

Drimys lanceolata 'Suzette'

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£29.95

This fascinating medium sized, evergreen shrub is named after one of the owners of Bluebell Nursery, Suzette Vernon and has aromatic, cream variegated leaves and dark, purple-red stems.

Very slow growing and most suited to a position in sun or dappled shade with shelter from strong winds.

Very limited number available this year

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2 litre pot (2-3 years old, 20-30 cm tall)

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This fascinating cultivar is named after one of the owners of Bluebell Nursery, Suzette Vernon and has aromatic, cream variegated leaves and dark, purple-red stems.

The cream variegation is very pretty, appearing almost as though the dark green leaves have been splashed with a creamy-yellow paint. Drimys lanceolata 'Suzette' also has pretty, white flowers in April and May.

Position: Full sun or partial shade.
Soil: Moist, fertile soil.
Hardiness: Reasonably hardy. Drimys lanceolata 'Suzette' requires shelter from cold winter winds and may require protection in exceptionally cold winters.
Flowering Period: April - May.
Flower Colour: Creamy white
Rate of Growth: Slow.
Habit: Drimys lanceolata 'Suzette' grows to be a medium sized, densely branching shrub.
- Height: eventually up to 2 - 2.5 m (6 - 8 ft).
- Spread: 1.5 - 2 m (5 - 6 ft).

Notes: This plant is particularly suitable for coastal areas.

How Much Sun: Full Sun, Light Shade
Eventual Size: Shrub - Medium (1.5m - 3m)
Growing Conditions: Site: Coastal Areas, Soil: Not Fussy
Special Features: Evergreen, Foliage - Variegated, Ornamental Bark, Suitable for Containers

Brand BlueBell Nursery

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