african boxwood
Myrsine Africana
Grow conditions
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial sun
- Hardiness zone
- 8-10
- Minimum temperature
- 10°F (−12°C)
- Soil type
- Loam, Sandy, Well-drained, Moist
- Soil pH
- Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Plant traits
Mature height4 ft-8 ft
Mature width4 ft-8 ft
Plant typeShrubs
Bloom seasonWinter, Spring
Foliage typeEvergreen
Tolerance & safety
Drought tolerantYes
Fire tolerantModerate
Pet safeSafe
Deer resistantYes
Pollinator-friendlyBees
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