Davidia involucrata 'Crimson Spring'
handkerchief tree 'Crimson Spring'
A medium-sized deciduous tree to 15m tall with broadly ovate leaves that emerge burgundy-purple in spring before turning green. Small, dark green flowers held within the large, creamy-white bracts during late spring, are followed by small, ovoid fruits
Size
Ultimate height
Higher than 12 metresTime to ultimate height
20–50 yearsUltimate spread
4–8 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green Cream White | Red Purple | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | Brown Green | ||
| Autumn | Green Yellow | Brown Green | ||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or North–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Nyssaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Spreading branched
- Genus
Davidia is a medium-sized, deciduous tree with ovate leaves and small, dark green flower-clusters each subtended by two large white bracts and followed by ovoid greenish-brown fruits
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in fertile moist but well-drained soil in a sheltered position in sun or partial shade
Propagation
Propagate by hardwood cuttings in winter. Seed raised plants may not flower for up to 10 years
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Architectural
- Cottage and informal garden
Pruning
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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