Lagunaria patersonii

Norfok Island Hibiscus, Cow Itch Tree

Family: Malvaceae Mallow


Type Tree
USDA Hardiness range 10A - 11
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Pink
Bloom time Summer
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Specimen
Height 40' to 50' / 12.20m to 15.20m
Spread 30' to 40' / 9.20m to 12.20m
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen
Leaf color n/a
Fruit color Red
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Columnar, pyramidal