About
A semi-evergreen shrub to 4m with oblong-elliptic leaves to 8cm long, turning yellow in autumn, and small clusters of reddish flowers in spring.
About the genus
× Sycoparrotia are semi-evergreen shrubs with glossy, elliptic leaves and dense clusters of tiny brownish flowers with prominent red anthers
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeClay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, North-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitBushy
FoliageSemi evergreen
Height2.5-4 metres
Spread2.5-4 metres
Time to full height20-50 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moderately fertile, moist but well-drained, neutral to acid soil in full sun or part shade
PruningPruning group 1
PropagationTake semi-ripe cuttings in summer
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to honey fungus