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Portugal Laurel |
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Portuguese Cherry Laurel |
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Evergreen Bay-Tree |
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Portugal Cypress |
Prunus lusitanica | Accepted |
Prunus lusitanica subsp. lusitanica | Synonym |
Cerasus lusitanica | Synonym |
Plant Habit: | Shrub |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 7a -17.8 °C (0 °F) to -15 °C (5 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 9b |
Flower Time: | Summer |
Wildlife Attractant: | Bees |
Pollinators: | Various insects |
June brings the end of school, Father's Day and summer. Summer brings hot weather and plants may need extra water. Honey bees will also need extra water to keep the hive cool.
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Posted by Mindy03 (Delta KY) on Apr 23, 2012 4:29 PM Valuable source of nectar and pollen for honey bees. [ Reply to this comment | |
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