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Plant type: evergreen shrub Hardiness zones: 10-13 Sunlight: warm low sun to dappled light Soil Moisture: constantly moist to usually boggy Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline |
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Garden Styles: suits tropical, mediterranean, coastal, cottage & bush designs Uses: informal hedge, pot, border Growth rate: fast Maintenance Level: average Skill Level: average Animals: butterfly attracting | ||||||||
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Tom, Huntly VIC
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