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Leucosidea sericea

Also Known As

  • Ouhout

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 15'-25'
  • W: 15'-25'

planting zones

  • 7b-10b

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Leucosidea sericea plant details

Leucosidea sericea is a broadleaf evergreen tree with blue and green foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Leucosidea sericea

Plant type: tree
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 15 FT - 25 FT - wide, 15 FT - 25 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: easy-to-grow, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Leucosidea sericea

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Small tree to 25' with pinnate leaves, ornamental fibrous bark. Likes water, easy. 5 °F. S. Africa.

Gardening facts about Leucosidea sericea plant

How to Grow Leucosidea sericea

  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
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