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Urban Forestry
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Florida Native: |
Yes |
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Growth Rate: |
Moderate |
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Height at Maturity: |
50’ |
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Width at Maturity: |
30’ |
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Grow Space: |
Medium, 30’ from OHU |
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Soil Requirements: |
Sandy, well-drained |
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Cold Hardiness: |
Hardy |
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Evergreen/Deciduous: |
Evergreen |
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Salt Tolerance: |
Moderate/High |
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Drought Tolerance: |
High |
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Comments: |
Native to high sandy ridges. Prone to
wind throw and breakage in high winds. Not suitable for
urban plantings, but is suitable for informal plantings
away from roads and structures. Excellent wildlife tree. |
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Uses: |
Wildlife, reforestation, in large
informal areas with deep sand |
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Maintenance: |
$$$ |
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