Itea ilicifolia
Virginian willow
- 3 litre pot
- £49.99
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- Position: full sun to part shade
- Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: July to September
- Hardiness: frost hardy (may need protection in winter)
A spreading, evergreen shrub with spiny, glossy dark green, holly-like leaves, that can be used as either a free-standing shrub, or trained flat against a sunny, sheltered wall. In mid summer to early autumn, Itea ilicifolia is covered with long, drooping, catkin-like racemes of vanilla-fragranced, greenish-white flowers.
Grow Itea ilicifolia in well-drained soil in a sheltered position in full sun. This evergreen shrub works especially well in wall-side borders where the shelter and reflected warmth help it thrive. It can also be planted in mixed shrub borders, against fences, or in a sheltered spot near patios or paths where its fragrant flowers and glossy foliage can be appreciated up close.
Water regularly during the first season to help establishment and mulch to retain moisture. Remove any dead or damaged stems after flowering.
Water regularly during the first season to help establishment and mulch to retain moisture. Remove any dead or damaged stems after flowering.
Goes well with
Gothic clematis garden arch - black
W142cm × D53cm × H224cm
£389.99
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