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Azara serrata

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 12'-18'
  • W: 6'-10'

planting zones

  • 7b-10b

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Azara serrata plant details

Azara serrata is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge followed by white fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Azara serrata

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: salicaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 12 FT - 18 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: fragrant, serrated leaves

GROWING CONDITIONS for Azara serrata

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Bog lover with small dark green foliage
Deliciously vanilla-scented clusters of small yellow flowers and distinctive glossy toothed leaves make this 8-12' shrub well worth pampering on a warm wall for their white fruits and flower treat in fall; hardier than most Azaras. Sun-PSh/Med
Chile. Large shrub, 8-12' for a well-sheltered site, with distinctive oval serrated leaves on arching branches. The yellow, vanilla-scented flowers are produced in July in conspicuous clusters. White fruit comes later.

By: The Bovees Nursery

Evergreen large shrub with downy stems and fragrant golden flowers. Prune to maintain a handsome shape 12-15 ft tall.

Gardening facts about Azara serrata plant

How to Grow Azara serrata

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Fruit

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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