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Clerodendrum trichotomum var. fargesii (Farges harlequin glory bower)

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Skill rating Beginner
skill rating
Ultimate spread 8m
max. spread
Ultimate height 8m
max. height
Time to maturity 10-20 years
to maturity
Maintenance level 1 hour care
per year

Botanical name: Clerodendrum trichotomum var. fargesii

Other names: Farges harlequin glory bower


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Genus: Clerodendrum

Species: C. trichotomum var. fargesii - C. trichotomum var. fargesii is a vigorous deciduous shrub to 6m, with large ovate leaves and highly fragrant white flowers, borne in green calyces which turn crimson as the turquoise berries mature.

Clerodendrum trichotomum var. fargesii is: Deciduous

Flower: White in Summer; White in Autumn

Foliage: Green in Summer

Fruit: Blue, Red in Autumn

Fragrance: Highly fragrant white flowers

Habit: Branching

Awards: RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)

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Specific pests: Glasshouse red spider mite , Glasshouse whitefly

General care

Propagation methods: Root cuttings, Semi-hardwood cuttings. REGISTER to read more...


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Clerodendrum trichotomum var. fargesii (Farges harlequin glory bower) will reach a height of 8m and a spread of 8m after 10-20 years.


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Suggested uses: Cottage/Informal, Low Maintenance

Cultivation: Plant in humus-rich moist soil in a sheltered position in either full sun or partial shade.

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This plant likes... Garden match
Soil types: Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) Match unknown
Soil drainage: Moist but well-drained, Well-drained Match unknown
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral Match unknown
Light: Partial Shade, Full Shade Match unknown
Aspect: South, West Match unknown
Exposure: Sheltered Match unknown
Hardiness: Hardy (H4) Match unknown

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