Overview

Dimorphanthera dekockii var. chlorocarpa is a plant with a bushy habit in the genus Dimorphanthera, part of the Ericaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Dimorphanthera dekockii var. chlorocarpa grows best in full sun, and tolerates acid soils and acid pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include ornamental shrub and woodland edge planting.

About

Dimorphanthera dekockii var. chlorocarpa is a bushy evergreen shrub belonging to the Ericaceae family. It thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect with moist but well-drained acidic soil. Hardy to UK zone H4, this ornamental shrub is well suited for woodland edge planting. It is best cultivated in well-drained soil with watering during establishment, and can be propagated by semi-ripe cuttings. This cultivar is particularly attractive in spring and summer.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Dimorphanthera

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Acid

Soil pH

Acid

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H4

Plant details

Dimorphanthera dekockii var. chlorocarpa size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Bushy

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Ornamental shrub, woodland edge planting

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Dimorphanthera dekockii var. chlorocarpa

Propagation

Semi-ripe cuttings

Pest resistance

Resistant to most pests

Disease resistance

Resistant to most diseases

Frequently asked questions