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Halleria lucida

Also Known As

  • African Honeysuckle
  • Hilarious Lucy
  • Tree Fuchsia
  • White Olive
  • Wild Fuchsia

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 8'-15'
  • W: 6'-10'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Halleria lucida plant details

Halleria lucida is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with blue foliage. In spring and summer orange, red and yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Halleria lucida

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: stilbaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 8 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: orange, red and yellow blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Halleria lucida

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Halleria lucida plant

How to Grow Halleria lucida

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • orange
    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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