Soldierwood Tree Colubrina Elliptica Live Starter Plant 12-24″ | Wildlife-Friendly Tropical Tree | Hardy Evergreen for Coastal Gardens
$172.50
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Add a tropical touch to your garden with the Soldierwood Tree (Colubrina elliptica). This wildlife-friendly evergreen thrives in full sun and coastal conditions.
🌿 Tropical Evergreen: A resilient tree with lush, elliptical leaves and dense foliage; grows 15-30 ft tall.
🐦 Wildlife-Friendly: Produces berry-like fruits loved by birds and small mammals, supporting local ecosystems.
🌞 Sun & Coastal Tolerance: Thrives in full sun to partial shade and withstands salt spray and windy conditions.
💧 Low Maintenance: Drought-tolerant once established; suitable for sandy, loamy, or rocky soils with good drainage.
✂️ Easy to Prune: Shape its rounded canopy or remove damaged branches with minimal effort.
🪵 Durable Wood: Known as "soldierwood," prized historically for making tool handles and fence posts.
🪴 Container-Friendly: Can be grown in pots for patios or balconies; ideal for regions with occasional frost.
🌱 Size: Live tree, 12-24″ tall, perfect for starting your tropical landscape journey.
🌍 Native Range: Found in Florida, the Caribbean, and parts of Central and South America; thrives in tropical and subtropical zones.
🌸 Ecological Value: Inconspicuous flowers attract pollinators, while fruits feed wildlife.
Common Name: Soldierwood / Coffee Colubrina
Scientific Name: Colubrina elliptica
Plant Size: Live starter tree, 12-24″ tall
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Well-draining; tolerates sandy, rocky, and loamy soils
USDA Zones: 9-11 (container-friendly in cooler climates)
Watering Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant when established
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast-growing in ideal conditions
Bloom Season: Late spring to early summer
Special Features: Wildlife support, durable wood, and coastal hardiness
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Soldierwood Tree Colubrina Elliptica Live Starter Plant 12-24″ | Wildlife-Friendly Tropical Tree | Hardy Evergreen for Coastal Gardens
$172.50