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Beginner
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1.5m
max. spread |
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2m
max. height |
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5-10 years
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1 hour care
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Botanical name: Pseudopanax lessonii
Other names: Houmapara, Houmspara, Houpara, Gold splash tree, Coastal five finger
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Genus: Pseudopanax
Species: P. lessonii - P. lessonii is an upright, bushy, evergreen shrub grown for its foliage. It has divided, palmate leaves that are usually green but may be bronze or purple tinted.
Pseudopanax lessonii is: Evergreen
Foliage: Green in All seasons
Habit: Bushy, Upright
Pseudopanax lessonii (Houmapara) will reach a height of 2m and a spread of 1.5m after 5-10 years.
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Suggested uses: City, Coastal, Containers, Drought Tolerant, Foliage only, Low Maintenance, Sub-Tropical
Cultivation: Plant in free draining soil in sun or light shade avoiding frost pockets. Good for coastal situations and container planting.
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Chalky, Loamy, Sandy |
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| Soil drainage: |
Well-drained |
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Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
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| Light: |
Partial Shade, Full Sun |
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| Aspect: |
South, East, West |
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| Exposure: |
Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Tender in frost (H3) |
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