Laceshrub
Neillia incisa · Rosaceae
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The gardener's calendar
In autumn, ease off feeding and take the chance to clean up around laceshrub and prepare for winter.
ID card
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Form
- Deciduous shrub
- Mature height
- Around 150 cm
- Flowering
- May to June
- Foliage
- Deciduous, finely cut
- Exposure
- Part shade to partial sun
- Hardiness
- Good (hardy to temperate)
✓ Taxonomy verifiedSource: AI estimate · hardiness: reliability medium.
Expert tips
The key tip
Neillia incisa loves rich, slightly moist soil in partial shade or dappled light. Prune lightly after flowering (June) to remove tired branches and encourage branching.
The common mistake
Planting it in full sun on dry soil: it flowers poorly, lacks vigor, and leaves scorch in July-August.
The pro's trick
Remove a third of the old branches at the base each winter: this rejuvenates the clump and keeps it compact and floriferous.
Care
Watering
Keep the soil regularly moist during the growing period, especially in the first two years. In dry periods, water without letting the soil dry out completely. Reduce watering in winter once established.
Exposure
Plant your incised Neillia in part shade or partial sun to achieve beautiful flowering. It tolerates light shade but appreciates bright locations. Protect it from strong winds that can damage its delicate stems.
Pruning and maintenance
Perform light pruning after flowering (June-July) to maintain an attractive shape. Remove dead or damaged wood in late winter. Avoid severe pruning that would reduce flowering for the following year.
Soil
Prefer rich, well-draining soil that is slightly acidic to neutral. Enrich the soil at planting with compost or organic matter. Neillia appreciates fresh soil but dreads waterlogging.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring when growth begins. An annual application of well-decomposed compost at the base is usually sufficient to maintain vigor and flowering.
Diseases and pests
The shrub is generally robust and not very susceptible to common diseases. Watch for scale insects in greenhouses or warm climates. Good drainage prevents root rot.
Did you know?
The incised Neillia gets its specific name 'incisa' from the finely cut and toothed shape of its leaves, which resemble delicate green lace. Native to Asia, this understated shrub has been appreciated by Asian gardeners for centuries for its delicate spring flowering and light, elegant habit.
Where to buy it
Best planted in autumn so the roots settle in before summer, or in early spring once the frost has passed. Pick a plant with healthy foliage and roots that are not exposed. Best time: March, October, November.
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