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Plant type: evergreen sub-shrub Hardiness zones: 10-13 Sunlight: hot overhead sun to dappled light Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline Tolerances: moderate wind, second line salt wind |
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Garden Styles: suits tropical & coastal designs Uses: formal hedge, pot, border Growth rate: fast Maintenance Level: average Skill Level: average Animals: bird attracting | ||||||||
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