Buddleja colvilei 'Kewensis'
| Buddleja colvilei | |
|---|---|
| Cultivar | 'Kewensis' |
| Origin | Kew, England |
Buddleja colvilei 'Kewensis' was cloned from a plant growing in the Temperate House at the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew and introduced to cultivation in 1849. [1] 'Kewensis' was accorded the RHS Award of Merit in 1947. [2]
Description
'Kewensis' is identical to the type save the flowers, which are dark red.[1]
Cultivation
'Kewensis' is regarded as slightly hardier than the type, but still demands a free draining soil and protection from winter winds.[1] In the UK it is included in the NCCPG National Collection held by Longstock Park Nursery near Stockbridge, Hampshire.[3] Hardiness: USDA zones 7–8.[1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Stuart, D. D. (2006). Buddlejas. RHS Plant Guide. Timber Press, Oregon. ISBN 978-0-88192-688-0
- ↑ Hillier & Sons. (1977). Hillier's Manual of Trees and Shrubs. 4th edition. David & Charles, Newton Abbot, UK. ISBN 0-7153-6744-7
- ↑ Moore, P. (2011). List of Buddleja cultivars held at Longstock Park Nursery, 2011. Longstock Park, UK.