Pseudopanax 'Purpureus'
purple houmspara
An upright multistem, bushy evergreen shrub grown for its purple-bronze foliage and lobed leaves. Rare to the UK, this hardy evergreen shrub from New Zealand provides dramatic visuals with its tropical looking large glossy, leathery purple tinged leaves. Its greenish flowers are of no significance. An unusual top plant easily grown in containers and a good choice for coastal gardens.
Synonyms
Pseudopanax lessonii 'Purpurea'Pseudopanax lessonii 'Purpureus'
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Size
Ultimate height
1.5–2.5 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
1.5–2.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Purple Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | ||||
| Autumn | ||||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H3Botanical details
- Family
- Araliaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Pseudopanax are upright evergreen shrubs or trees, with simple or palmate leaves, often with a distinct juvenile form; inconspicuous green flowers, the sexes usually on separate trees, may be followed on female plants by berry-like fruits
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Prefers fertile well-drained soil and full sun in a sheltered location. Pinch out to bush up in a container. Not fully hardy, will need protection from the cold.
Propagation
Propagate by cuttings.
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Architectural
- City and courtyard gardens
- Patio and container plants
- Coastal
- Wall side borders
Pruning
Pruning group 1. Minimal pruning required. Prune to maintain the frameworke by cutting dead, crossing or unhealthy branches. Can be pruned to any size or shape.
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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