Half-hardy Shrub
£34.99
Unusual, rarely seen shrub
Pendulous racemes of whiskery mauve flowers
Showy specimen shrub for late summer and autumn
Height Up to 1.5m (4.9ft)
Spread Up to 1.5m (4.9ft)
Half-hardy Shrub
cottage gardensspecimen plant
full sun
Reminiscent of a Buddleja but actually in the mint family, Rostrinucula dependens is an unusual shrub that was only introduced from China in 1985 and is rarely found in gardens. From late summer to autumn, arching stems bear long, pendulous racemes with downy, grey bracts that open into mauve flowers with distinctive whiskers. Mature shrubs in full flower create an eye-catching display with showers of weeping flowers at the ends of the branches from August to October. The aromatic, mid-green leaves have grey felted undersides and are similar to those of Buddleja. This rare shrub will attract the attention of butterflies as well as keen plant collectors! Height and Spread: 1-1.5m (3.2 - 4.9ft).
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1 x 3 Litre Potted Plant (KF3625)
Grow in a warm, dry, sheltered location in well-drained soil away from cold winds. Can suffer dieback in cold winters.
For more information and guidance check out our Gardening Guides.
Pruning: Rostrinucula dependens flowers on the current season’s growth. Reduce height in autumn by pruning back to just below the flowering stems then prune back in early spring to a permanent framework.
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