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Sacha[_1_] · 17-12-2006, 11:22 AM posted to uk.rec.gardening

On 16/12/06 22:26, in article , "ScotGard"
wrote:

Anthony Stokes Wrote:
Does anyone know of this type of small (Korean origin) tree flowering
out-of-doors in England ?
If so, at what age does it start to show flowers in our summertime ?

It seems to be quite tricky to get success with.
The tree doesn't seem to mind cold and damp winters in the garden, but
is
very reluctant to grow any leaves at all until daily temperature is
peaking
well above 20C ( ie very late May or June ).

Anthony ( 30Km east of London )
Hi Anthony,
At the moment I have a spring planted species about 1.5m tall with not
a leave dropped, two heavy frosts so far. We are located in central
Scotland and will keep you posted as to progress.
Our first sighting of this beautiful plant was in a town square in
Switzerland(Valais) We observed over many summers and winters and was
always stunning.

There used to be one in our South Devon garden and friends of mine in the
Loire valley had one. Both died and I suspect wet had as much or more to do
with it than cold.

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