About
An attractive plant, reaching 50-150cm, with an attractive form with ornamental leaves. It bears decorative features. 'Cornell Gem' is valued in garden settings.
About the genus
A genus of hybrid, deciduous flowering trees with long, tapered dark green foliage and large, frilly pink or white flowers with striped throats, appearing in the summer and autumn
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers
Care notes
CultivationFertile, well-drained soil
PruningTidy as needed
PropagationDivision, cuttings, or seed
Pest resistanceGenerally trouble-free
Disease resistanceMonitor for pests and diseases