African Boxwood
Myrsine africana
SKU
03476
Slow growing evergreen shrub with marked drought resistance for warmer climates. Glossy foliage emerges with red highlights, then matures to green. May be tip pruned or sheared at any time to limit height. A useful hedge material in hot dry climates.
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Full sun
Once established, needs only occasional watering.
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| Average Size at Maturity | Medium growth rate 3 to 8 ft. tall, 4 ft. wide. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Mediterranean |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Privacy Screen |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
| Special Feature | Dense Habit, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Year-round Interest |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Watering Needs | Once established, needs only occasional watering. |
| Key Feature | Waterwise Plant |
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy, neat appearance, shear annually to shape.
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 9 - 11
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