Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Winteraceae

Genus:

Drimys

Species:

Drimys winteri

USDA Symbol:

DRWI

Growth Characteristics

Height:

2000 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jan,feb,oct,nov,dec

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Evergreen Shrub:

Yes

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, bees

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

good drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers organic matter-rich soils