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Drimys lanceolata (close-up) - 2013

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Drimys lanceolata (close-up) - 2013 (Drimys lanceolata)



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Bought this one earlier on this year, and very pleased with it, just how hardy is it Andrew?

23 Apr, 2013

 

It's quite arresting.
The more I study it the more I like it.
Are the blossoms scented, Andrew?

24 Apr, 2013

 

nice looking shrub

24 Apr, 2013

 

DD - mine was planted in autumn 2001, so it's come through several winters now. Mine is in a sheltered north-facing position. It dislikes cold, drying winds

Mouldy - it's not scented, but it's a shrub with presence. A good shape, evergreen, with red stems.. Even when not in flower, I get asked what it is when the garden is open

24 Apr, 2013

 

Definately stands out.

24 Apr, 2013

 

The wind is our biggest problem here, at the moment it is sheltered between two large shrubs, but looking at yours, it is not going to have enough room.....

25 Apr, 2013

 

I'm probably going to give it some judicious pruning this year to reduce the spread. The RHS book says it reaches twelve feet high and eight across, but I reckon its fairly slow-growing

25 Apr, 2013

 

I hope so.........otherwise I'm in trouble!!

25 Apr, 2013

 

Andrew, I can't recall if it was on one of your blogs, or photos, but you were discussing slug control & mentioned using copper (A band, maybe?) from which I assume you had some measure of success.
Can you give me any more info, please?

26 Apr, 2013

 

Mouldy - I've sent you a PM

26 Apr, 2013

 

Thanks Andrew. Got it.

27 Apr, 2013



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