jardimseco
A very unusual plant. The flowers are semi tubular, pendant and almost black. The long pale olive bracts contrast with both the dark flowers and the rich green stem holding the inflorescence. The fragrance of the flowers is said to be a rich black current aroma, fruity and eucalyptus all mixed into one. Intoxicating and elegant are apt descriptions for the flowers. It likes full sun for at least half a day and may tolerate part shade. Although, it is quite drought tolerant, regular watering in summer produces a better plant. Well drained soils are essential.
This dramatic looking plant works well in a white themed garden, but looking equally at home in a gravel garden with other colourful perennials and small shrubs. Best planted in the middle of the bed or at the back of a narrow bed to allow the branches enough room to arch. In sunny areas it will grow upright, sending up masses of strong white woolly stems. Hardy for summer heat, quite drought and frost-tolerant.
How to use our online shop
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You can make an order by selecting plants with quantities and putting them in your Shopping Bag.
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By placing an order you are not obligated to purchase the plants online and you will not be asked for any payment at this stage.
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We will confirm prices, availability and delivery/collection dates with you by email.
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Only when all the details of your order are agreed, will we send you an agreed Factura/Invoice and request payment from you.
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Once an order is agreed we require a 50% payment to secure the plants. Plants in the shopping basket are not reserved until an order is placed.
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Availability - the store contains 3 availability categories
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Plants ready for despatch, collection within 14 days
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Plants we have but they are still growing into their containers. These are offered for reservation and will be released once they are ready. An estimated date for their availability is given.
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Plants that we only hold a limited stock of, or only propagate occasionally or on demand. This also includes plants we are going to propagate in the near future.
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