[GWL]: Lavandula pedunculata 'Pukehou'
- Subject: [GWL]: Lavandula pedunculata 'Pukehou'
- From: Pride of Place Plants rsorenson@pacificcoast.net>
- Date: Fri, 10 Aug 2001 20:13:12 -0700
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Lavandula is a relatively large genus containing
about 20 species of aromatic shrubs and perennials native primarily to the
Mediterranean region.
Lavandula is perhaps the most highly prized of all
aromatic shrubs. It can be used for dwarf hedges, small group plantings or
as container plants. Lavenders do well in most types of well drained
soils, is best grown in full sun, and does well when used in seaside coastal
areas. The flowers can be dried and used as potpourri.
Lavandula pedunculata "Pukehou" t.m.
(pronounced pook-ee-who) Zone 7 - 9 U.S.D.A.
Pukehou is a Maori name meaning"
Hills of Dedicaton." This striking new Lavender introduction originates
from New Zealand and the breeder Mrs. Mary Robertson,Pukehou Nursery in Manakau,
a small nursery on the North Island of New Zealand. The interesting thing
about this variety is that it produces up to six bracts or 'ribbons' per head
compared to only two on most other cultivars of the species. Showy, large
ribbon-like bracts appear above lovely purple flowers to give a superb Spring /
Summer display. Growth is compact and bushy with aromatic foliage.
Suitable for most gardens, Pukehou is ideally suited as a container plant.
A light prune after flowering will encourage bushiness and new flower growth for
the next season.
For more information and photographs, please visit
http://www.icangarden.com/NewEden/pukehou.htm
Stay awhile and visit with our host, Donna and Tom Dawson at www.icangarden.com
Regards
Rick Sorenson
Pride of Place Plants Inc.
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