Seaside mix: flowering shrubs

Planting and maintenance:

The most critical time for plants by the sea is March and April, when cold easterly winds can strip them of their leaves and weaken them to the point of death. Be prepared for a bit of die-back at this time of year, which can be pruned out later on. Ensure plants are well watered before planting, and firmly planted to avoid rocking in the wind. Watering through dry periods is essential, especially in the first year. Hydrangeas should have their old flowers trimmed off in early spring. The other plants can be left much to their own devices, although some such as Fuchsia can be cut back hard in early spring to encourage denser growth.

 

Plants in this scheme:

Arbutus unedo 'Compacta' x 1	Cytisus x praecox 'Hollandia' x 1
Euphorbia mellifera x 1	Rosa rugosa x 1
Grevillia 'Canberra Gem' x 1	Fuchsia magellanica x 1
Leptospermum scoparium x 1	Cistus x purpureus x 1
Hydrangea macrophylla x 1	Yucca filamentosa x 1

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