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Hiryu

Hiryu is a hardy vigorous tall shrub with attractive deep green foliage. Hiryu can achieve height in excess of 4 meters in ideal conditions but can be pruned to form a neat large hedge. Hiryu’s deep rose pink flowers stand out brilliantly against its foliage and make a beautiful display from Autumn well into Winter.

Planting & initial care for Hiryu:

Hiryu is suitable for planting in both, full sun or lightly shaded positions.

If planting Hiryu as a hedge or screen we recommend planting with a spacing of between 1.2m to 1.8m apart. (Use the narrower spacing where a dense bushy hedge is required quickly and wider spacing’s for a superior long term effect).

Planting holes should be at least double the width and slightly deeper than the plant container and include a blend of composted material and existing topsoil. Raised beds are recommended for heavy clay soils.

Plant Hiryu so that the top of the potting mix is level with the finished soil line, firm down soil gently around the plant for stability and water in well.

Mulch the soil surface with about 5cm of quality mulch ensuring the mulch is not mounded against the plants trunk. (Place a very thin layer of mulch adjacent to the trunk and increase to maximum depth (5cm) as it radiates away from the root zone).

Hiryu will take several months and up to a year to establish in its new home depending on the time of year it is planted. Ensure the soil is kept moist but not overwatered. Watering can be reduced as the plant establishes.

Prune in early spring for shape as required (later pruning will reduce Autumn flowering).

Feed in spring with a quality general purpose fertiliser, this can be replenished in mid to late Summer as needed.

 

For more information go to our full PLANTING AND CARE GUIDE

Additional Info

  • Colour: Pink
  • Flowers: Autumn/Winter
  • Height: Tall (3 m +)
  • Width: Wide (2 m +)
  • Position: Full Sun, Part Shade
  • Uses: Hedge, Screen, Espalier, Topiary, Specimen/Standalone, Standard, Pots/Containers
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