Young Seven Sons Tree Shrub | Heptacodium miconioides

Deciduous

The Heptacodium miconioides, also known as the Seven Sons Flower, loses its leaves in the fall. These shrubs add an interesting element to any garden with their unique name and characteristics. With their beautiful flowers and autumn colors, the Seven Sons Flower is an attractive choice for gardeners seeking beauty and diversity.

Total Height

At maturity, the Seven Sons Flower can reach a height of up to 7 meters. With its impressive size, this deciduous shrub adds height and character to any garden.

Leaf Color and Shape

The leaves of the Seven Sons Flower are elongated or heart-shaped and have a green color. With a size between 10-15 cm, these leaves add a lush appearance to the shrub.

Autumn Coloring

In autumn, the leaves of the Seven Sons Flower change from green to yellow to purple before falling from the tree. This color change adds a beautiful touch to the natural environment and provides a splendid view in the autumn months.

Bark and Branches

The bark of the Seven Sons Flower is brownish-yellow and flakes off as the tree ages. The young branches have a light gray or green color. These features give the tree character and contribute to its natural beauty during different life stages.

Flowering Habit

In August, the shrub blooms with beautiful white flowers, which hang in large clusters on the shrub. The name Seven Sons Flower owes to the fact that the flowers grow in clusters of seven on the tree.

Fruits

After flowering, seed pods develop on the Seven Sons Flower. These fruits have a stunning purple-red color, making them stand out in the garden. This addition of color and shape creates an engaging and vibrant garden after the flowering period.

Bees and Butterflies

During the flowering period, the Seven Sons Flower is an excellent food source for bees and butterflies. It is a popular spot for these insects, which often visit the shrubs. This activity makes the Seven Sons Flower attractive to gardeners.

Location

The Seven Sons Flower thrives best in well-draining, nutrient-rich, and moist soil. Although the shrub is highly tolerant of winter conditions, it may be sensitive to strong winds. Therefore, it is important to choose a sheltered location when planting this tree.

How to plant the tree?

1. Determine the final location of the tree and ensure it is free from cables, debris, old plants, and other obstacles that may hinder the tree's growth.
2. Dig a planting hole that is twice the width of the root ball. Loosen the soil at the bottom of the planting hole and mix the excavated soil with (organic) garden soil or planting substrate.
3. Adjust the planting hole to the height where the root ball fits and firmly press the soil.
4. Fill the planting hole with water and wait for it to settle. Check if the root ball is sufficiently moist.
5. Place the tree or plant in the planting hole. It is extremely important that the tree is not planted too deep, as this can cause root rot.
6. Insert a tree stake or bamboo stake firmly into the ground on the side of the tree where the most wind comes from.
7. Now, place the watering ring or create a mound of soil around the tree so that water can seep into the ground.

Why Choose a Young Tree from Amitis

• Easy to plant yourself due to the compact size and light weight
• Conveniently delivered to your home in a sturdy packaging
• Experience the growth and development of your own tree
• Easy to maintain
• Cultivate the size and growth form you are looking for
• Attain mature size within a short time
• Can be planted year-round as everything is delivered in pots
• No root loss and better chances of establishment as everything is pot-grown
• Cost-effective purchase
• Fresh, healthy plants directly from the grower

Questions?

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