Phylica plumosa
CAPE MYRTLE
Rhamnaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 9-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, acidic to neutral

Tolerances: moderate wind, first line salt wind, light frost
2m
Plant habit
 
1.5m

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Origins: Southern Africa

Other Botanical Names: Phylica pubescens

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Phylica plumosa
CAPE MYRTLE
Rhamnaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 9-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, acidic to neutral

Tolerances: moderate wind, first line salt wind, light frost
2m
Plant habit
 
1.5m

FEATURES

Flowers: brown & white

Flowering Time: early spring to late spring

Leaves: hairy; bronze-silver new leaves


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits cottage, dry style & mediterranean designs

Uses: informal hedge, informal screen, pot

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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