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Agonis flexuosa 'Jervis Bay Afterdark'

Also Known As

  • Agonis flexuosa 'After Dark'
  • Australian Willow Myrtle
  • Peppermint Tree

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 15'-20'
  • W: 15'-20'

planting zones

  • 9b-12

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Agonis flexuosa 'Jervis Bay Afterdark' plant details

Agonis flexuosa 'Jervis Bay Afterdark' is a broadleaf evergreen tree with burgundy foliage. In spring, summer and winter cream flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Agonis flexuosa 'Jervis Bay Afterdark'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy
Mature size: 15 FT - 20 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring, summer and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agonis flexuosa 'Jervis Bay Afterdark'

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and seaside / salt
Soil needs: alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Agonis flexuosa 'Jervis Bay Afterdark' plant

How to Grow Agonis flexuosa 'Jervis Bay Afterdark'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • alkaline
    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • seaside / salt tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • burgundy
  • Flower Color

    • cream
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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