Suited to regions: | Subtropical, Temperate |
Plant type: | Shrubs |
Height: | 60 cm |
Spread: | 80 cm |
Flowering time: | Summer, Autumn |
Tolerances: | Coastal |
Garden uses: | Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas |
Garden styles: | Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical |
Easy to grow? | Yes |
Maintenance requirements | Low |
Growth rate | Medium |
“Hidcote” is a shrub grown for its masses of flowers through summer. The interesting flowers are yellow, waxy, and saucer shaped. It carries smooth, rich green leaves which provide a lovely complement to the flowers. It typically grows to 60 cm tall and 80 cm wide, performing best when planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of short periods of dry, coastal environments, and moderate frost, though young plants should be protected while they establish. “Hidcote” is commonly included in a mixed planting, planted around outdoor living areas, or added to tropical and cottage gardens. A mass planting looks fantastic, especially when used either as a groundcover or mass planted on a bank.
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