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Cyrilla arida

Also Known As

  • Leatherwood

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 6b-11

Cyrilla arida plant details

Cyrilla arida is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring cream and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cyrilla arida

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: cyrillaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and white blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant, rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cyrilla arida

USDA Zones: 6b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This rare evergreen form of the native Cyrilla forms a compact 4-6' shrub with 4-6" clusters of small fragrant white flowers in late summer; a a delight anywhere!!, a great Pieris substitute in S. gardens. S-PSh/M

Gardening facts about Cyrilla arida plant

How to Grow Cyrilla arida

  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • alkaline
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade

Features

  • Flower Color

    • white
    • cream
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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