{"product_id":"dichroa-versicolor","title":"Dichroa versicolor","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"38\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"16\" data-end=\"19\"\u003eEvergreen Hydrangea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"867\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"56\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"56\" data-end=\"59\"\u003eDichroa versicolor is an attractive evergreen shrub closely related to hydrangeas, valued for its glossy foliage, colourful berries, and soft clusters of blue to violet flowers. Flowering from late spring through summer, it produces delicate hydrangea-like blooms followed by metallic blue berries that often persist well into the cooler months, creating extended ornamental interest. The lush foliage remains evergreen in Melbourne’s milder conditions, making it an excellent feature shrub for shaded gardens, woodland plantings, and sheltered courtyards. It thrives in moist, well-drained acidic soil with protection from harsh afternoon sun and drying winds. With its combination of flowers, berries, and evergreen structure, Dichroa versicolor adds year-round appeal and a subtropical feel to the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"895\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"878\"\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"881\"\u003eShrub - Medium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"897\" data-end=\"950\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"897\" data-end=\"913\"\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"916\"\u003eHeight: 1.5–2.5 m\u003cbr data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"936\"\u003eWidth: 1.5–2 m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"989\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"963\"\u003eAspect:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"966\"\u003ePart Shade\u003cbr data-start=\"976\" data-end=\"979\"\u003eFull Shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1045\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1005\"\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1005\" data-end=\"1008\"\u003eFlowers in Spring\u003cbr data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1028\"\u003eFlowers in Summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1047\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1047\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003eFlower Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1068\"\u003eBlue\u003cbr data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1075\"\u003eViolet blue\u003cbr data-start=\"1086\" data-end=\"1089\"\u003eLavender\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1197\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003eKey Attributes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003eBee Attracting\u003cbr data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003eBird Attracting\u003cbr data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1156\"\u003eEvergreen\u003cbr data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1168\"\u003ePerennial\u003cbr data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003eSuitable for Pots\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003eMay be toxic if ingested by humans and pets. Consumption may cause gastrointestinal irritation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1431\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1333\"\u003eCompanion Plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003eHydrangeas\u003cbr data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1349\"\u003eCamellias\u003cbr data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1361\"\u003eAzaleas\u003cbr data-start=\"1368\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003eFerns\u003cbr data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1379\"\u003eClivia\u003cbr data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003eHellebores\u003cbr data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1401\"\u003eHostas\u003cbr data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eJapanese Forest Grass\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alameda Homestead Nursery","offers":[{"title":"14CM","offer_id":47844298064037,"sku":null,"price":13.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/2911\/0693\/files\/Dichroaversicolor.jpg?v=1779337656","url":"https:\/\/theplantbroker.com.au\/products\/dichroa-versicolor","provider":"The Plant Broker","version":"1.0","type":"link"}