Sweetshade
Hymenosporum Flavum
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
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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