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    • Photo of Agonis flexuosa form by Gordon Edwards

    Photo by Gordon Edwards

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    Agonis flexuosa

    Also Known As

    • Peppermint Tree
    • Willow Myrtle

    Plant type

    tree

    size

    • H: 25'-40'
    • W: 15'-30'

    planting zones

    • 9a-12

    Agonis flexuosa plant details

    Agonis flexuosa is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - 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

    Plant type: tree
    Plant family: myrtaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 15 FT - 30 FT - wide, 25 FT - 40 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in spring
    Uses: cascading, distinctive bark, fragrant, tropical-looking, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Agonis flexuosa

    USDA Zones: 9a - 12
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: occasional - 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 plant

    How to Grow Agonis flexuosa

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • occasional - 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

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • bees
      • butterflies
      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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