Pseudopanax lessonii purpurea

Name: Pseudopanax lessonii purpurea
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 12254r
Price: 361.97 NZD
Availability: InStock

Pseudopanax lessonii purpurea, Pseudopanax purpurea

Pseudopanax lessonii purpurea, commonly known as the Coastal Five Finger or Houpara, is a NZ native shrub grown with fan-shaped leaves that emerge a deep purple and age to become glossy green. It typically grows to 3 m tall and 2 m wide, preferring a well-drained site in full sun for best results. Pseudopanax lessonii purpurea is commonly included in a mixed planting, used as a backdrop for smaller plants, or trimmed into a hedge.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	3.00 m
Spread:	2.00 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:	Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses:	Hedging, Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening
Garden styles:	Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Pseudopanax lessonii purpurea, Pseudopanax purpurea

Pseudopanax purpurea

Pseudopanax purpurea, commonly known as the Coastal Five Finger or Houpara, is a NZ native shrub grown for its lush foliage. Fan shaped leaves emerge a deep purple and age to become glossy green. They are complemented with green flowers in summer which are followed by green berries that darken and are great for attracting birds. It typically grows to 3 m tall and 2 m wide, preferring a well-drained site in full sun for best results. In partial shade it tends to grow with an open habit and somewhat spreading habit. It is tolerant of periods of dry, coastal conditions, and frost once established. Pseudopanax purpurea is commonly included in a mixed planting, used as a backdrop for smaller plants, or trimmed into a hedge.