Plant Habit: | Shrub Tree |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade Partial or Dappled Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Plant Height: | 12-15 feet |
Plant Spread: | 3-4 feet |
Leaves: | Evergreen |
Flowers: | Showy Fragrant |
Flower Color: | White |
Bloom Size: | 2"-3" 3"-4" |
Flower Time: | Spring Late spring or early summer Summer |
Underground structures: | Taproot |
Suitable Locations: | Houseplant |
Uses: | Windbreak or Hedge Cut Flower |
Wildlife Attractant: | Bees Butterflies |
Resistances: | Humidity tolerant |
Toxicity: | Leaves are poisonous |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem Cuttings: Root Layering |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
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