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Sweetshade

Hymenosporum Flavum

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Overview

The Sweetshade, Hymenosporum flavum, is a fragrant, evergreen native to Australia. Characterized by glossy green leaves and clusters of yellow, sweetly scented flowers. This fast-growing tree can reach 30 to 40 feet in height, with a canopy span of 15 to 20 feet. Ideal for screens or as a specimen tree, it thrives in well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Hardy in USDA zones 9-11.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 9–9Type TreeClimate Mediterranean

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — tree for full or half

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — The Sweetshade, Hymenosporum flavum, is a fragrant, evergreen native to Australia

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — It thrives in USDA zones 9 through 11 and is renowned for its prolific and sweetly fragrant flowers

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — it produces clusters of star-shaped; with moderate growth rates

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — and full sun to partial shade; the Sweetshade can achieve a stately height of 20 to 30 feet with a canopy spread of 15 to 20

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — scientifically known as Hymenosporum flavum, image 32

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — yellow flowers that evolve to a deep orange as they mature

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 9–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Tree
Family: Pittosporaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — tree for full or half

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — The Sweetshade, Hymenosporum flavum, is a fragrant, evergreen native to Australia

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — It thrives in USDA zones 9 through 11 and is renowned for its prolific and sweetly fragrant flowers

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — it produces clusters of star-shaped; with moderate growth rates

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — and full sun to partial shade; the Sweetshade can achieve a stately height of 20 to 30 feet with a canopy spread of 15 to 20

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — scientifically known as Hymenosporum flavum, image 32

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — yellow flowers that evolve to a deep orange as they mature

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — consider its vertical accent and olfactory appeal

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — is a captivating evergreen tree native to the rainforests of Australia

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — elliptical leaves measuring 3 to 5 inches long

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — The Sweetshade can achieve a stately height of 20 to 30 feet with a canopy spread of 15 to 20 feet; tree with yellow blooms

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — Once settled, they are moderately drought-resistant

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — It thrives in USDA zones 9 through 11 and is renowned for its prolific and sweetly fragrant flowers; once settled, they are

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — The Sweetshade can achieve a stately height of 20 to 30 feet with a canopy spread of 15 to 20 feet

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — honey-like aroma which can attract a variety of pollinators; the Sweetshade is relatively low-maintenance

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — These flowers exude a rich

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — is a captivating evergreen tree native to the rainforests of Australia; yellow flowers that evolve to a deep orange as they

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — including bees and butterflies.<br><br>Sweetshades prefer well-drained soil

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — the Sweetshade is relatively low-maintenance

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — honey-like aroma which can attract a variety of pollinators

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — adding a vibrant burst of color to any garden

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — and in the spring to early summer; adding a vibrant burst of color to any garden

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — These flowers exude a rich, image 41

Sweetshade (Hymenosporum Flavum) — scientifically known as Hymenosporum flavum

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