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Plant type: evergreen soft-wooded perennial Hardiness zones: 10-11 Sunlight: warm low sun to shade Soil Moisture: constantly moist Soil: enriched soil, acidic to neutral |
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Garden Styles: suits tropical, mediterranean, oriental, contemporary & coastal designs Uses: informal screen, pot, accents, cut foliage, border Growth rate: average Maintenance Level: average Skill Level: average | ||||||||
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