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Tree comparisons


Fruit tree comparison - Heptacodium miconioides
Melliferous trees
Heptacodium miconioides

Heptacodium miconioides is a small tree with glossy green leaves, clusters of scented flowers, and interesting peeling bark.
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Growing


Melliferous trees
Heptacodium miconioides
Gardening skillBeginner
AwardsRHS AGM (current)
Attractive featuresAttractive bark
Scented flowers
Growth habitUpright-spreading / Vase
Height after 10 years3m-5m / 10ft-16ft
SunlightTolerates shade
PruningLight prune
Site conditionsOccasional drought
WildlifeMelliferous
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Identification


Melliferous trees
Heptacodium miconioides
BarkBrown - light
Brown - chocolate
Peeling
Country of originChina
Annual cycleDeciduous
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