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Plant type: evergreen tree or shrub Hardiness zones: 9-10 Sunlight: hot overhead sun to dappled light Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist Soil: ordinary soil, sand, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline Tolerances: light frost |
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Garden Styles: suits tropical, mediterranean, coastal & bush designs Uses: formal screen, informal screen, formal hedge, topiary, shade tree Growth rate: average Maintenance Level: average Skill Level: average | ||||||||
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