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Bay Leaf Laurus nobilis Bay Laurel Sweet Bay Tree
Bay Leaf Laurus nobilis Bay Laurel Sweet Bay TreeSweet Laurel Bay Leaf is a useful addition in a herb garden and makes a great privacy hedge plant. It is an evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean. The leaves are aromatic and are frequently used in soups and pasta. Sweet Bay is fairly easy to grow and does best in full sun to partial shade. Well draining soil is best for this plant, and it needs to be protected form freezing weather. Sweet Bay makes a great landscape plant, because it can pruned into a topiary and also used as a decorative hedge.
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Growing Surinam Cherry Trees
Growing Surinam Cherry TreesSurinam cherry, also called pitang, is a subtropical and tropical evergreen shrub. It grows to about 10 feet away in height and produces an edible fruit. The fruits are round and have eight prominent ribs. They are red at first then turn black when ripe. They are refreshing and do well in juices. Surinam cherry trees grow best in zones 9 and 10, but can handle temperatures as low as 20 degrees. They make an excellent privacy hedge and are easy to grow. Surinam cherry grows in any type of soil and can even withstand water logging. Fertilize twice a year as it begins to flower and fruit.
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Growing Pineapple Guava Feijoa sellowiana Plants
Growing Pineapple Guava Feijoa sellowiana Plants Pineapple Guava is a subtropical evergreen shrub that is native to South America. Both the fruit and flowers are edible. The tropical fruit is delicious as is the white and red. flowers. The fruit usually ripens in late fall. This guava plant also attracts bees and butterflies to the garden. Pineapple Guava is easy to maintain and grow. It can be grown as a hedge and also in a container. If allowed to grow naturally, it can grow to approximately 15 feet tall. It does best in well draining soil and responds well to frequent pruning. You should fertilize in spring and make sure the plant is well watered during the heat of summer.
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