Description
First discovered at Trengwainton in Cornwall in the 1930's, Eucryphia x 'Penwith' has large, pale white, lightly scented flowers (up to 6 cm across) in late summer. The dark green, glossy leaves tend to have a wavy edge.
Eucryphia x 'Penwith' is a lovely evergreen tree which makes a superb, flowering addition to a sheltered garden.
Supplied Size: 3L pots (40 - 60 cm tall)
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Position: Sheltered in full sun or partial shade.
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Soil: Well drained, fertile soil.
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Hardiness: Somewhat hardy. Eucryphia x 'Penwith' requires a warm position and shelter from cold winter winds.
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Flowering Period: August - September.
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Flower Colour: White
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Rate of Growth: Moderate to vigorous.
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Habit: Eventually a small, upright tree.
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Height: 6 m (20 ft).
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Spread: 3 m (10 ft).
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Notes: This plant is a hybrid between Eucryphia lucida and Eucryphia cordifolia and generally flowers well as a young plant.