Exochorda Blushing Pearl

2-3 Litre Pot

• Position: Full sun, partial shade
• Soil: Moist, well drained
• Growth Rate: Fast
• Flowering Period: April – May
• Hardiness: H6
• Eventual Height: 0.5 – 1m
• Eventual Spread: 0.5 – 1m

Exochorda ‘Blushing Pearl’ is a stunning deciduous shrub, celebrated for its delicate beauty and graceful form. It offers a romantic twist on the classic white-flowered variety, producing soft blush-pink buds that open into elegant, pearl-like white blooms with a subtle hint of pink — hence the name.

Flowering in late Spring to early summer, ‘Blushing Pearl’ puts on a spectacular show, covering its arching branches in masses of blooms that look almost like snowfall. The flowers are lightly fragrant and attractive to pollinators, bringing life and movement to the garden.

Growing to around 1 metre high and wide, this shrub has a naturally rounded, airy habit, making it ideal for mixed borders, cottage gardens, or as a specimen plant. Its fresh green foliage provides a lovely backdrop through Summer and may develop gentle Autumn tones before leaf fall.

Hardy and easy to care for, Exochorda ‘Blushing Pearl’ thrives in full sun to light shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. With minimal pruning and a long flowering period, it’s a charming addition to any garden seeking soft colour and graceful structure.

How to care for your Exochorda Blushing Pearl

1. Light: Prefers full sun or partial shade. It can tolerate full shade but the flowering may not be as abundant.
2. Water: The plant is drought-tolerant and can survive with minimal watering. Water the plant when the soil is dry to the touch.
3. Soil: The plant prefers well-drained soil, with a neutral pH. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types.
4. Fertiliser: The plant does not require regular fertilisation, but you can feed it with a balanced fertiliser once a month during the growing season.
5. Pruning: Does not require regular pruning, but you can prune it to shape it or remove any dead or diseased branches. It’s best to prune it after flowering to avoid cutting off the buds for the next year.

With proper care, the Exochorda Blushing Pearl will reward you with beautiful flowers that bloom in early Spring before the leaves appear. It’s a great option for gardeners with limited time and space, as well as those who live in cold climates.