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- Stachyurus praecox
Plant Profile: Stachyurus praecox
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Stachyurus praecox |
Family: Stachyuraceae Common Name(s): Spiketail Native to: Japan Flowering: Late Winter Watering: Keep the soil moist during the growing season Planting Aspect: Full sun to part shade Preferred Climate:
TemperateDescriptionSimilar in character to Witch Hazel and Corylopsis, Stachyurus is a deciduous shrub with gracefully drooping 8cm long racemes of small yellow flower buds appearing in great numbers before the leaves; their soft colouring standing out against the bare cinnamon/reddish coloured branches in late winter. The leaves that follow are up to 15cm long and are carried on the tiered stems up to height and spread of 1.8 by 2metres. In a mild season this species is noted for its early flowering habit in that it is the first plant to flower, from late winter onwards. It is a heralder of spring from the winter plant garden.CultivationStachyururs is quite hardy and will grow in most soils and part shade. However it only succeeds well if in full sun and soil that is moist and slightly acidic. It will respond well to fertiliser and water during the growing season. No known pests or diseases. |
Revised: 17th Dec 2009 @ 9:32 AM
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Keywords: stachyurus praecox, stachyuraceae, stachyurus, praecox, plant, winter, nursery, season