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Description |
Landscape Characteristics |
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Mature Size: 20-25' tall
by 25' wide |
Growth Rate:
Moderate |
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Form / Shape: Upright, spreading,
horizontal habit |
Drought
Tolerance: Moderate |
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Flower / Fruit: White, four showy
bracts; yellowish green center cluster;
blooms March to April; red clusters of
drupes 1/2" |
Soil: Well
drained, moist, fertile, humus rich,
slightly acidic with adequate lime to
supply calcium and magnesium for optimal
growth |
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Foliage: Opposite, simple ovate to
oval; medium green leaves turn red to
purple in Fall |
Light:
Light shade to full sun; adapt full sun
with irrigation |
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Bark: Smooth, stems reddish
color when young; older bark becomes
dark brownish gray |
Pruning:
Minimal; low limb removal; rootstock
suckers |
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Uses:
Specimen, mass planting with shade
trees, accent Spring flowering tree |