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Lagunaria patersonii

Primrose Tree, Cow Itch Tree

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

As a fast-growing evergreen, this tree grows in an upright form and produces rough-textured, ovular leaves with matt green coloring above and whitish green beneath. Its rose-pink flowers, similar to those of the hibiscus, are 2" in width.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

25-40'

Flower Color

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Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low, Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

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Design Styles

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Accenting Features

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Seasonal Interest

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Location Uses

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Special Uses

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Attracts Wildlife

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Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.