A rounded, evergreen shrub to 2m tall, with narrow leaves, aromatic when crushed. In late spring and early summer it bears a profusion of shallowly cup-shaped, semi-double, dark pink flowers; these are very attractive to bees
1.5-2.5 metres
1.5-2.5 metres
| Season | Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | ||||
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Outdoors, grow in well-drained, acidic to neutral soil in a warm and sheltered position; the foot of a south- or west-facing wall is ideal. Under glass, grow in peat-free, loam-based potting compost in full or bright, filtered light. When in growth, water freely and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly; water sparingly in winter. Plants can be moved outside in the summer months
Propagate by rooting semi-ripe cuttings with bottom heat in summer
See pruning group 8
Generally pest-free
May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely)