Bay Cedar
Suriana Maritima
Overview
Suriana maritima, commonly known as Bay Cedar, is a resilient shoreline shrub, thriving in sandy soils. It grows to 5-10 feet tall and wide, with gray-green foliage and yellow flowers that bloom year-round. Suited for USDA zones 8-11, it withstands salt spray and drought, making it perfect for coastal landscapes. Its dense growth habit provides excellent erosion control and serves as a habitat for wildlife.
Sun FullWater Very LowZones 9–10Climate Arid
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Very Low
- USDA zones
- 9–10
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 5–20 Ft.
- Mature width
- 5–8 Ft.
Classification
- Family
- Surianaceae
- Climate
- Arid
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