Kohuhu

Position: full sunSoil: fertile, moist, well-drained soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: May and JuneHardiness: frost hardy needs winter protection in cold areasThe compact, evergreen shrub has a small, wavy, dark purple leaves and striking, dark grey or black young stems. With its distinctive rounded shape, and pretty leaves, it will give all-year foliage interest in a sunny, well-drained mixed border. Try it as a punctuation point in a gravel garden, or with strappy Phormiums for formal contrast. While it sometimes produces honey-scented, dark purple flowers in late spring and early summer, it apos s not a reliable flowerer. Protect from cold, drying winds.Garden care: Requires minimal pruning. To thin or reduce growth prune mid-spring and apply a generous 5-7cm 2-3in mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base of the plant. Price : £ 9.99

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