Melianthus major (1.5lt)

Melianthus major (1.5lt)

Roast beef plant

£7.00
Product Code: 500000003047
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Handsome sub-shrub. Striking toothed bluey foliage and tubular tawney crimson flowers in summer. Needs a sheltered spot in sun or light shade and a deep mulch in the autumn to keep the roots warm. Smells of roast beef. Height and spread to around 1.2m x 1m. A fantastic architectural plant!

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Info
Also Known As Honey Bush
Colour Red
Evergreen Or Deciduous Deciduous
Flower Colour brick red
Good For Wildlife yes
Hardiness Hardy but mulch well in Autumn
Height 2m
Native To South Africa
Pot Size 1.5lt
Scented yes
Season Spring to Summer
Soil Type Moist but well drained
Spread 1m
Time Of Flowering May-July
Common Name Roast beef plant
Award Of Garden Merit yes
Aspect Sunny