Firmiana simplex
Firmiana simplex
is a tall fully hardy perennial deciduous tree/shrub with green and white flowers in early Autumn, late Summer and mid Summer. It grows well in semi-shade and direct sun, and prefers medium levels of water.
Soil
Firmiana simplex grows in soils ranging from a pH of 5 (extremely acidic ranges from 0 to 5.1) to 8 (slightly alkaline ranges from 7.6 to 8). It is adapted to chalk, clay loam, loam, loamy sand, peat, sandy clay, sandy clay loam and sandy loam soils.
Growth
This is a erect tree/shrub has a very fast rate of growth has an ultimate height of 12m / 39.4ft and spread of 8m / 26.2ft. It can take 16-20 years to reach its ultimate height.
Leaves
The leaves are green in Spring and Summer and green in Autumn. They are cochleate in shape.
Scent
A moderate pleasant scent is emitted from the flower.
Uses
Architectural, attractive foliage, low maintenance and woodland margin.
Bark and stem
Firmiana simplex has grey, brown and green bark with a smooth texture. The stem is green.
Progagation
Propagation techniques include seed.
Origin
China.
-14°C / 6.8F 5 to 8 16-20 years 12m / 39.4ft 8m / 26.2ft
| Scientific classifications [Edit] | |
|---|---|
| Genus ? | Firmiana |
| Specific epithet ? | simplex |
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