× Gordlinia grandiflora

RHS Plant Profile
mountain gordlinia
Shrubs Trees

A semi-evergreen, large shrub or small tree to 6m tall with lanceolate to elliptic dark green leaves to 20cm long with serrated margins; older foliage may turn shades of orange and red in autumn. Fragrant, white flowers with yellow centres to 10cm across are borne from mid to late summer

Position

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil Types

Loam, Sand

Max Height

4-8 metres

Max Spread

2.5-4 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
10–20 years
Max Spread
2.5-4 metres
Max Height
4-8 metres

Growing Conditions

Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid

Position

Full sun Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H4

Colour & Scent

Fragrance Flower
Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Theaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Semi evergreen
Habit
Bushy
Genus
Name Status
Correct

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grows best in humus-rich, acidic soils in sun or partial shade

Propagation

Propagate by softwood cuttings

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Low Maintenance
  • Flower borders and beds

Pruning

Pruning group 1

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

May be susceptible to Phytophthora root rot