Fabiana imbricata

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Type	Shrub (Multi-stemmed Plant), Evergreen, Flowering
Form	Upright Taller-Growing Clump, Architectural Form
Size	Medium Border Plant (50-180cm height)
Colours	Violet Flowers (Summer early), Medium green Foliage
Care	Some Maintenance Required
Hardiness	Frost hardy, Drought Tolerant
Growth	Medium Growing Plant
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Fabiana imbricata - Cultivation Notes

This spreading heather like shrub is grown for its summer blossom and interesting evergreen foliage. It requires a sheltered spot in full sun on any well drained garden soil other than shallow chalk. Avoid planting in shady and wet cold areas, prefering instead a sheltered south facing spot. Trim lanky growth to shape in spring.

Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage

Strengths of Fabiana imbricata:

Sun loving drought tolerant plant
Provides valuable winter interest
Evergreen foliage for all year round colour and screening
Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant

Weaknesses of Fabiana imbricata

Will not tolerate exposed, cold or hot and sunny locations

Design & Plant Use for Fabiana imbricata:

Evergreen plant with attractive foliage for winter interest

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