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A flowering evergreen tree / shrub, that grows to around 1200-1800mm (4-6ft) high.
The long trumpet shaped flowers appear from July to September.
They are not winter hardy in the UK, therefore they will require to be kept in conditions where a minimum temperature of 8°C (45°F) can be maintained.
Week 8; Prune established plants back to 150mm (6") from the plant base.
Plants grown as standards, should only be trimmed to maintain their shape.
Week 9; Sow seeds in pots or trays of seed compost and germinate at a temperature of 18°C (64°F).
Germination can take two - five weeks.
Week 12>; When seedlings are large enough to handle prick them out into 70mm (3") pots of potting compost.
Pot on as required, in successional sized pots until they are in their final 250mm (10") pots.
Week 12; Re-pot annually in good potting compost equal to John Innes No.2.
Week 18; Commence a fortnightly feeding programme from now until September.
Week 20; Take 100-150 heel cuttings from new laterals and place in 50-50 mix sand & peat and root at a temperature of 12°- 16°C (55°- 60°F).
When rooted, pot up into 70mm (3") pots of potting compost.
Pot on as required, in successional sized pots until they are in their final 250mm (10") pots.
Week 25; Potted plants may be placed outdoors in a sheltered spot from now until September.
Week 38; Fetch potted plant indoors for winter protection.
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