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Red Sister (Ti Plant)

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Scientific Name: Cordyline Fruticosa
Type of Plant:     Tropical
Description: Cordyline family with brilliant fuchsia new growth and bronze-magenta leaves
Height:     36-48’
Width:     Trunk can grow to 1”-12” diameter, leaves grow to 20-60” long
About: They show off their best color during cooler weather. They’re considered a good luck plant in Hawaii where every property seems to have at least one Ti plant. With its vibrant color it is becoming a VERY popular and a common staple plant in the Florida landscape as well.

Grows to 36-48” in height and loves full sun to partial shade. Once established it requires no additional watering and recommend fertilizing every 3 months. Jump on board and get this great punch of color in your landscape today!

Florida Native:     No

Shrubs, Tropicals

Oleander

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Scientific Name:     Nerium Oleander
Type of Plant:     Shrub
Description: Evergreen shrub that grows erect stems with narrow, elongated dark green leaves and
blooms beautiful clustered flowers (either pink, red or white) in spring and summer.
Height:     6″-20″
Blooming:     Yes. Large pink, white or calypso red flowers
Fruit: No
Climate Requirements: Thrives in sunny, warm subtropical weather conditions. It is drought tolerant and poor soil tolerant. It can also withstand occasional cooler weather conditions.
Care Requirements: Oleander is a relatively low maintenance plant as little pruning (2-3x a year depending on the size you desire.) is required. Fertilize 2-3x a year.
Special Needs:     None
Special Uses/Attributes: It is a very widely used ornamental hedge plant in landscapes, parks, medians and roadsides.
Florida Native:     No
FYI: Its colorful blooms attract the human eye, but detract deer as the oleander is toxic
to both deer and humans. So, if you are looking for a colorful hedge or accent piece that the deer won’t munch on, the oleander may suit you perfectly. However, beware with the oleander around children.

Shrubs