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Hardiness
Zones:
6-9 |
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Habit:
Deciduous |
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Growth
Rate: Moderate |
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Site
Requirements: Sun to partial shade; range of soil types |
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Texture:
Medium |
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Form:
Horizontal branches
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Height:
20'
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Width:
10 to 15' |
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Leaf:
Thick glossy, emerald green leaves |
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Flower/Fruit:
Small yellow flowers are unremarkable;
heart shaped seed capsules turn an intense cherry-red in fall; open to reveal
black seeds
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Comments:
Rare in cultivation; bark is violet-chocolate
with white stripes; a JC Raulston Arboretum introduction; drought tolerant
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Cultivars:
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Additional
Image:
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