About
This ornamental tree, reaching 8-20m, with a rounded head of foliage. It displays attractive flowers or foliage. 'Early Dawn' is valued in garden settings.
About the genus
Luculia are deciduous or evergreen shrubs or small trees with large, prominently-veined leaves and clusters of small, fragrant, waxy flowers which are tubular with five spreading lobes
Plant details
Suggested usesSpecimen tree, large borders
Care notes
CultivationFertile, well-drained soil in sun or part shade
PruningPrune when young. Remove dead wood
PropagationSeed or grafting
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceHoney fungus possible