About
A compact, tender, deciduous shrub with arching stems of soft green, pointed foliage, similar to those of a buddleja, and pendulous racemes of scented spiky, whiskery-looking lavender-purple flowers which appear during the summer. Ideal for pots and containers.
About the genus
A genus of just two species of deciduous, flowering shrub, native to China with arching, lance-shaped, aromatic dark green foliage and long racemes of whiskery reddish-purple flowers
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH2
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitPendulous weeping
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants
FragranceFlower
Care notes
CultivationGrow in a sheltered, warm location in well-drained, humus-rich soil and shelter from cold winds
PruningCut back in autumn after flowering and again in early spring. Will cope with restorative pruning if winter-damaged. See pruning group 3 or pruning group 4
PropagationPropagate by seed
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free