Native to the South Pacific and tropical Asia, this varietal is also known as variegated sea hibiscus, coastal hibiscus or mahoe. Multicolored leaves of green, white, pink and/or burgundy. Extremely salt tolerant, commonly found along beaches, brackish rivers and swamps. Thrives in moist soils in a wide pH range. Can grow up to 30 feet tall, temperature above 45 fahrenheit …
C 03 CROTON (Codiaeum variegatum) Euphorbiaceae family
Mammy Croton Johanna Coppinger Croton Oakleaf Croton Known for its bright, variegated foliage that could range from green, pink, white, orange, red, purple and yellow, this evergreen shrub can grow up to 10 feet tall. They can be grouped together for ornamental effect. Can serve as a bold focal point in a garden or colorful hedge Milky sap can cause …
C 02 CRIMSON BOTTLEBRUSH TREE (Callistemon citrinus) Myrtaceae family
Blooming year round, this evergreen shrub is popular with pollinators who love visiting its cylindrical flower filled spikes that resemble its namesake. Moderately drought and salt tolerant Low maintenance with minimal leaf litter Well suited as a privacy screen or hedge at most elevations For optimal blossoms, plant in full sun in moist but well-drained soil
C 01 OCTOPUS TREE (Schefflera actinophylla) Araliaceae family
Also called umbrella tree or ivy palm, this was first introduced to Hawai’i in the 1900’s, most likely as an ornamental. This is a highly invasive evergreen that spreads quickly, outcompetes natives and shades out understory growth. Grows up to 45 feet tall with palmately compound leaves, small red flowers and bright red/purple fruit. Do not plant and promptly remove …
C 01 OCTOPUS TREE (Schefflera actinophylla) Araliaceae family
Also called umbrella tree or ivy palm, this was first introduced to Hawai’i in the 1900’s, most likely as an ornamental. This is a highly invasive evergreen that spreads quickly, outcompetes natives and shades out understory growth. Grows up to 45 feet tall with palmately compound leaves, small red flowers and bright red/purple fruit. Do not plant and promptly remove …
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