Position

Sun exposure:
Dappled shade, full sun
Aspect:
South facing, west facing
Position in border:
Back, middle

Soil

Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Clerodendrum trichotomum var. fargesii

Clerodendrum trichotomum var. fargesii is a Chinese shrub, eventually developing into a small tree. It's a vigorous bushy species, spectacular from late summer onwards when its heads of pink buds open into balls of small white star-shaped flowers with a rich fragrance. These later develop into bright blue berries, each surrounded by rich maroon star-shaped calyces.

It's perfect for growing as a specimen shrub in a mixed or shrub border, where its late-summer and autumn beauty can be fully appreciated. The Royal Horticultural Society has given it its prestigious Award of Garden Merit (AGM).

Grow Clerodendrum trichotomum var. fargesii in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun, ideally in a sheltered spot such as in front of a sunny wall. In exposed gardens it may not be entirely hardy, and so small bushes should be protected with a winter mulch. Avoid damaging or bruising the foliage, which can smell unpleasant.

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Clerodendrum and wildlife

Clerodendrum is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/​Moths
Butterflies/​Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators

Is Clerodendrum poisonous?

Clerodendrum has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
Plants that go well with Clerodendrum trichotomum
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