Scientific name: Heptacodium miconioides
Family: CAPRIFOLIACEAE
Common names: “Seven son flower” “seven son flower of Zhejiang”
Plant Type: Deciduous shrub or small tree
Conditions:
Zone: 5-9
Light: Full sun – light – part shade
Exposure: Sheltered
Soil: Moderate fertility
Moisture: Well drained, handles some drought
Aesthetic:
Plant Size: H 15-25′ W 8-10′ , fast growing
Leaf and Stem shape: Dark green leaves
Flower: Prolific clusters of small fragrant white flowers from summer to late autumn followed by dark red fruit
Pruning: Minimal
Maintenance: Low, can be grown as a multi stemmed shrub or small tree
Landscape use: Mixed borders, flower beds, wildlife garden, 4 seasons interest
Propagate: By seed and cuttings
Pests & Disease: None in Victoria
*Attracts beneficial insects
Comments: ~AGM winner, nice vase shaped form, good flowers for late season pollinators
