Eucryphia x nymansensis 'Nymansay'
Nyman's Hybrid Eucryphia 'Nymansay', Eucryphia 'Nymansay'
Stately, Eucryphia x nymansensis 'Nymansay' is a fast growing, broadly columnar evergreen tree with large, simple and trifoliate, strongly toothed, glossy green leaves year round. In late summer and fall, abundant ravishing clusters of large, cup-shaped, honey-scented white flowers, 3 in. across (7 cm), with prominent bosses of yellow stamens cover the tree. They stand out against the dark, glossy-green leaves. Nymansay is a naturally occurring hybrid between two Chilean species, E. glutinosa and E. cordifolia. Beautiful through the seasons, this gorgeous flowering evergreen tree is one of the great glories of the garden in late summer. Probably the most popular of the eucryphias, it is often seen in woodland gardens, where other trees shelter this beauty from cold winds.
- Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
- Grows up to 20-50 ft. tall (6-15 m) and 6-12 ft. wide (2-4 m).
- Performs best in full sun or part shade in acidic, moist, well-drained soils. Prefers shaded roots with the canopy in full sun. Will tolerate alkaline soil. Plant in early spring in a sheltered position.
- A charming addition to beds and borders, wall-side borders, coastal gardens or cottage gardens. Because of its liking for an acid soil, it is a natural companion for rhododendrons, kalmias, pieris and magnolias.
- No routine pruning necessary. Remove diseased, damaged, congested or crossing shoots.
- Generally pest and disease free.
- Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 8
– 9 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 8
– 9 |
Climate Zones | 5, 6, 15, 16, 17 |
Plant Type | Trees |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Late) Fall |
Height | 20' – 50' (6m – 15m) |
Spread | 6' – 12' (180cm – 3.6m) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Wall-Side Borders |
Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 8
– 9 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 8
– 9 |
Climate Zones | 5, 6, 15, 16, 17 |
Plant Type | Trees |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Late) Fall |
Height | 20' – 50' (6m – 15m) |
Spread | 6' – 12' (180cm – 3.6m) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Wall-Side Borders |
Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage |