Family: Celastraceae Genus: Schaefferia Species: cuneifolia (kew-nee-FOH-lee-uh) (Info)
Category: Alpines and Rock Gardens Perennials Shrubs
Height: 36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing: 36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Hardiness: USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F) USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F) USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F) USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F) USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
Sun Exposure: Full Sun
Danger: Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color: Green Inconspicuous/none
Bloom Time: Late Winter/Early Spring Mid Spring Late Spring/Early Summer Mid Summer
Foliage: Grown for foliage Evergreen Smooth-Textured
Other details: This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping Provides winter interest
Soil pH requirements: 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
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Propagation Methods: From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall From seed; winter sow in vented containers, coldframe or unheated greenhouse From seed; sow indoors before last frost From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting: Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
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