Crinodendron 'Alf Robbins'

Chile lantern tree 'Alf Robbins'

Hardy Shrub

£13.99

Handsome evergreen shrub

Extraordinary lantern-shaped flowers over many months

Unique and unusual specimen shrub for acid soils

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Rare and much sought-after, Crinodendron 'Alf Robbins' is a unique selection which sports pure white flowers. It forms a large, evergreen shrub clothed in leathery, deep green, narrow leaves. Even when not in flower, it makes a handsome feature. The rich green foliage provides a dramatic backdrop to the white, lantern-shaped, pendulous flowers. Hanging down elegantly from long stalks, the thick-petalled, waxy flowers are produced in abundance over a long period from late spring until autumn. This choice shrub makes a unique feature for a sheltered spot in acid soil where it is bound to attract plenty of admirers!

Ultimate height: 4–8 metres (13ft – 26ft). Ultimate spread: 2.5–4 metres (8ft to 13ft).

Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on the season, meaning arrival images are an indication only.

Plant Size Height Up to 400cm (13ft)
Spread Up to 250cm (8ft)

Hardiness & Longevity Hardy Shrub

Ideal For patio

Position In sun or semi shade

Flowering Months

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1 x 9cm Potted Plant (KF0844)

Plant in fertile, well-drained and fertile soil in partial shade or sun, as the roots will appreciate being kept cool and shaded as it prefers a sheltered position behind a wall for example.

In the late winter, feed with a fertilizer which is slow releasing, and add mulch around the shrub with ericaceous compost, leaf mould and pine needles. Remove any damaged or dying branches to help flowering for the following year.

Seeds and garden supplies will normally be delivered within the time period stated against each product as detailed above. Plants, bulbs, corms, tubers, shrubs, trees, potatoes, etc. are delivered at the appropriate time for planting or potting on. Delivery times will be stated on the product page above, or in your order acknowledgement page and email.

Orders for packets of seed incur a delivery charge of £2.99.

Orders which include any other products will incur a delivery charge of £6.99.

Where an order includes both packets of seeds and other products, a maximum delivery charge of £7.99 will apply - regardless of the number of items ordered.

Large items may incur a higher delivery charge - this will be displayed in your shopping basket.

Please see our Delivery page for further details, and more information on different charges that may apply to certain destinations.

For more information on how we send your plants please visit our Helpful Guide on plant sizes.