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Hardiness
Zones:
5
to 8 |
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Habit:
Deciduous |
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Growth
Rate: Moderate
to rapid |
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Site
Requirements: Sun
to partial shade; prefers moist, well-drained soil |
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Height:
8
to 10 feet |
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Width:
6
to 10 feet |
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Texture:
Medium |
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Form:
Erect
small tree or shrub; numerous upright branches |
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Flower/Fruit:
2
to 4" flowers with crepe-like petals; red, white, violet,
purple, two-toned; single or double; last for one day; occurs
summer to fall
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Foliage:
Alternate,
simple medium to dark green leaves; 2 to 4" long; coarsely
toothed; modest yellow fall color |
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Comments:
Drought
and air pollution tolerant; late to leaf out in spring; prefers
hot weather; spring pruning will increase flower size; flowers
on new growth
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Cultivars:
See
table
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