Phillyrea angustifolia 'Mallorca'

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 8'-10'
W: 5'

planting zones

7a-11

Phillyrea angustifolia 'Mallorca' plant details

Phillyrea angustifolia 'Mallorca' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phillyrea angustifolia 'Mallorca'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: oleaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: architectural, fragrant, hedge

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phillyrea angustifolia 'Mallorca'

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Cistus introduction originally collected in Mallorca by Kevin Hughes and an accommodating, evergreen olive relation, to an eventual 8-10' tall x 5; wide. Very architectural, dressed with long, dark green leaves, clusters of small, white, sweetly fragrant flowers in spring, and olive-like fruits. Makes an excellent small specimen tree or hedge. Tolerant of coastal conditions, many types of soil, and summer drought. Enjoys sun or part shade in hottest climates. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7.