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Cantua pyrifolia
This shrub develops long weeping branches clothed in mid-green leaves. In spring the branch tips are laden with spectacular clusters of flowers. Each flower has a long rich yellow tube edged with red, the white petals of the flowers spread underneath. a real eye-catcher. Hardy though prefers a sunny warm site.
Genus
Cantua
Species
pyrifolia
Cultivar
Common name
Flower of the Incas
Family name
Polemoniaceae
Place of origin
South America
DETAILS
Height
2 m
Width
1 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Semi-deciduous
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types / Needs well drained soil
Moisture
Tolerates dry soils
Exposure
Grows in sun or semi-shade / Tolerates some frost
Enthusiast / Nourishment / Whimsical
Shrubs
Category
Medium, height between 1.5 to 3 metres
Availability
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
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