General Information
•Status in Florida: Florida-Friendly (Non-native, not invasive)
•Native Habitat: Subtropical forests and shrublands of East Asia
•Native States: Not native to any U.S. states; native to China, Japan, and Southeast Asia
•Growing Zones: USDA Zones 8a–11b
•Size at Maturity: 10–30 feet tall, 8–20 feet wide
•Phenology: Evergreen
•Life Cycle: Perennial
•Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
•Growth Habit: Upright, dense, rounded or vase-shaped shrub or small tree
•Bloom Season: Primarily fall and spring; intermittent blooming throughout the year
•Bloom Color: White, pale yellow, or orange (depending on cultivar)
Growth Conditions
•Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
•Soil Texture: Well-drained sandy or loamy soils
•Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral (pH 5.0–7.5)
•Moisture Requirements: Average to dry; drought-tolerant once established
•Tolerance to Salt Spray: Low to moderate
•Keystone Plant: No
Landscape Considerations
•Recommended Landscape Uses: Specimen plant, hedge, screen, foundation planting, container plant, espalier
•Maintenance Tips: Prune after flowering to maintain shape; avoid overwatering; mulch to retain soil moisture
•Considerations: Highly fragrant flowers; slow-growing; can be pruned into various forms
•Hurricane Wind Resistant: Yes
•Erosion Control: Yes
•Nitrogen Fixing: No
Other Information
•Edible: Yes (flowers used in teas and flavorings)
•Pet Safe: Yes
•Deer and Rabbit Resistance: Yes
•Historical Medicinal Uses: Flowers used in traditional Chinese medicine for digestive and respiratory issues
•Florida Native Companion Plant: Not applicable (non-native)
•Wildlife Benefit: Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies
•Caterpillar Host Plant: No