Feathery, eye-catching airy plumes give height without a solid dominance, and make Tamarix ramosissima Pink Cascade just perfect for a coastal garden - hence the common name Salt Cedar, as they are not bothered by saline. Perfect for inland gardens, either urban or country, Tamarix are versatile, coping well with pollution, work well as a wind break and are deer resistant. With a long tap root, Tmarix are drought tolerant too.Slender, dark, arching branches hold an abundance of fluffy pink flowers on striking red branches in summer and autumn, creating elegant fluffy racemes. Being nectar-rich, the blooms are much loved by our pollinating friends and the whole effect is complimented perfectly by the deciduous needle-like foliage. Originating from south-eastern Europe and Asia, the wood was once used to make powerful longbows, and Tamarix have been mentioned several times in the bible. Wedgwood created a design for their pottery called Tamarix.Tamarix ramosissima Pink Cascade is both vibrant and versatile, preferring to be grown in well-drained soil in sun or partial shade. Reaching a mature height and spread of up to 5m, it is a fully hardy perennial requiring no winter protection.
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