Colchis bladdernut. Deciduous. Growing to 2m-3m tall. Orange blossom fragrant flowers in May; followed by inflated balloon like fruit. Max Height 3m. Flowers May. Fruits June. Full sun/partial shade. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Staphyllea Colchica
Deciduous. Growing to 2m-3m tall. Orange blossom fragrant flowers in May; followed by inflated balloon like fruit.
Additional information
| Generic | Staphyllea |
|---|---|
| Species | |
| Varietry | Colchica |
| Common Name | Colchis bladdernut |
| Flower Colour | White |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 3m |
| Family | Staphyleaceae |
| Spread | |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, yellow |
| Flowers From | May |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | June |
| Moisture | Moist well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | |
| Border | Barrier and screening, Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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