Boehmeria sieboldiana, also known as Japanese false nettle or Siebold’s False Nettle , is a hardy perennial from the Urticaceae family that brings lush, exotic foliage to tropical-style gardens. Its large, textured leaves and bushy ...
Category: Hardy mild winter
Hardy for an average UK winter (except for more northern areas) RHS H4 USDA 8b-9a. Temperature -10C to -5C
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