Description
Native to China and Japan, Clerodendrum trichotomum belongs to the Lamiaceae family. It is grown for its intensely fragrant summer bloom and its spectacularly coloured fruits.
Adult height: 3 to 5 metres.
Adult spread: around 3 to 4 metres.
Habit: Bushy to small spreading tree, sometimes forming several trunks.
Foliage: Deciduous; large dark green oval leaves, slightly hairy and aromatic when crushed.
Flowering period: August to September.
Flowers: Small white star‑shaped flowers, intensely jasmine‑scented, grouped in cymes.
Fruits: Bright turquoise berries set in a deep red calyx, highly ornamental in autumn.
Hardiness: Good, down to about -20 °C.
Exposure: Full sun or partial shade.
Soil: Rich, light, fresh but well‑drained.
Tolerance: Tolerates slightly calcareous soils; dislikes prolonged drought.
Season: Autumn or spring.
Preparation: Loosen soil and enrich with compost.
Spacing: 2 to 3 metres.
At planting: Regular watering to ensure establishment.
When mature: Water during extended heatwaves.
When: Late winter or early spring (February–March).
Advice: Remove dead wood, open the centre of the crown, lightly shorten to balance.
Sowing (difficult) or semi‑ripe cuttings in summer.
Positions: Specimen plant, back of border, small groups, large container on terrace.
Sensitivities: Robust; watch for aphids in spring.
Prevention: Plant in well‑drained soil and avoid stagnant moisture.
Plant in a bright, sheltered position; water regularly during the first years; enrich soil in spring; protect young plants with winter mulch in cold regions; prune lightly to maintain a harmonious shape.
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