Hoheria sexstylosa 'Stardust' - P10.5

Description
The Neuseelandeibisch (Hoheria sexstylosa) is an upright garden plant that produces white, cup-shaped flowers with a pleasant fragrance. They appear from August to September. The Neuseelandeibisch also has shiny, broadly lanceolate, dark green leaves. Its bark is grey-brown. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of around 5 metres and grows to a width of around 2.5 metres.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Hoheria populnea var. lanceolata.

Bulletpoints
* fragrant flowers

leaves
The evergreen leaves of the Neuseelandeibischs are dark green, broadly lanceolate, glossy, alternate, toothed.

Bark
Grey-brown bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
New Zealand.

Growth
Neuseelandeibisch is upright in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The white, cup-shaped flowers appear from August to September. They are pleasantly scented.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub, scented garden