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Azara dentata

Also Known As

Toothed Azara

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 12'-20'
W: 10'-15'

planting zones

8a-10b

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Azara dentata plant details

Azara dentata is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Azara dentata

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: salicaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 12 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant, serrated leaves, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Azara dentata

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

With sweet fragrance from its bright yellow flowers in spring, this evergreen Chilean shrub or small tree shines in the mixed border. Sun to part sun with a bit of summer water. Easily pruned to tree form, plants can reach 12 ft or so but can be trimmed and maintained at smaller sizes. Frost hardy in the Pacific Northwest, at temperatures of 12F, USDA zone 8.

By: Cistus Nursery

Glossy, deep-green leaves ; a profusion of tiny but very fragrant yellow flowers flowers in late spring make this handsome arching (to 10' x 10') evergreen from the Chilean Andes a special addition for the sheltered wall. Sun-PSh/Med