These low deciduous shrubs stand out for its splendid autumn foliage and unusual, appearing in late spring flowers. Flowers have petals, but consist of closely spaced long creamy white stamens. The leaves are broadly oval, dark green above, paler and hairy below, toothed at the apex. These plants, native to the southeastern United States, with respect to winter-hardy and require a sunny location for a better display of autumn color.
They prefer soil without excess lime.
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Recommended species and varieties
F. gardenii (S. Gardena)
Direct mnogostebelny bush, the diameter of which increases with age, forming inflorescence up to 4 cm in length with a light flavor. The height and diameter of plants -50h50 cm (5 years). The maximum height - 1 m.
Blue Mist
Grade summer until the autumn color is blue-green foliage.
F. major (F. large)
Mnogostebelny bush rounded forms capitate inflorescence up to 5 cm long, having a sweet flavor. Leaves 10 cm long, autumn becomes bright red, orange and yellow. The height and diameter of the plant - 1x1 m (5 years). Maximum height - 3 m.
Monticola
Plants from the group spreading over. Their leaves do not have a lighter color on the bottom surface, are especially bright in the autumn.
cultivation
In the middle zone are grown both types, but in severe winters, they may freeze solid. Plants are planted in the soil, devoid of lime, in a sunny place, even though they grow well in partial shade conditions.
reproduction
Semilignified cuttings in June or July, or by layering the autumn.
pruning
Not normally required.
Pests and diseases
Usually not affected.
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