A spreading tree with glossy dark green leaves. Clusters of white buds opening to tiny fragrant, papery greenish white then yellow flowers. Max Height 10m. Max Spread 6m. Flowers July to August. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Poliothyrsis sinensis
A spreading tree with glossy dark green leaves. Clusters of white buds opening to tiny fragrant, papery greenish white then yellow flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Poliothyrsis |
|---|---|
| Species | sinensis |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | green, white, yellow |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 10m |
| Family | Flacourtiaceae |
| Spread | 6m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rounded to broadly spreading |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | July, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Shelter from cold drying winds |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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