Melianthus major
By Wagger
- 21 Aug, 2009
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I've never lifted it or even mulched it, Spritz. It struggles back but never makes a big plant like it's supposed to. I wondered it if didn't like the Eucalyptus roots - some plants don't, apparently.
22 Aug, 2009
Wagger yours looks much greener than mine, and you say it survives the winter? will leave ours out and hope for the best.
27 Aug, 2009
It's been there for about eight years now, Daisy but doesn't do very well. It's very cold here so should be ok in Hampshire.
28 Aug, 2009
Well if it dies.........no, I wont hold you responsible lol
29 Aug, 2009
Phew, that's a relief!
30 Aug, 2009
My friend up the lane grows this - but her garden is more sheltered than mine. I'd like to try...maybe I will!!
30 Aug, 2009
You have things that overwinter in your garden that wouldn't stand a chance in mine, Spritz so I'm sure it would be ok there - it might even flower for you and you could tell us if the nectar really does overflow onto the stems.
30 Aug, 2009
Is that what 'they' say not heard that one before. Spritz give it a try, nothing ventured........
30 Aug, 2009
Might well do that, then! Thanks. :-))
30 Aug, 2009
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Melianthus Major
£15.00 at Burncoose -
Melianthus Major
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Do you find that this is hardy for you? It's such a lovely 'architectural' plant.
21 Aug, 2009