Embothrium lanceolatum - Norquinco (Chilean Fire Bush)

Type Tree, Shrub (Multi-stemmed Plant), Evergreen, Flowering
Form N/A
Size Small Tree (1.5 to 3m height)
Colours Red Flowers (Summer early), Green Foliage
Care Some Maintenance Required
Hardiness Frost Tender, Tender Exotic
Growth Fast Growing Plant
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Embothrium lanceolatum cultivation notes: This fast growing shrub / small tree needs a premium sheltered spot in the garden to really flourish. It will also benefit from a deep lime free fertile yet well drained soil, being ideal in a sheltered yet sunny woodland spot where it will benefit from occasional mulching with well rotted compost.

Plant Strengths: Ideal for fast growing screening; Evergreen foliage for all year round colour and screening.

Plant Weaknesses: Tender exotic suitable only for very mild areas; Will not tolerate exposed, cold or hot and sunny locations; Does not tolerate very dry or very wet soils.
Embothrium lanceolatum - Norquinco (Chilean Fire Bush)
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