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Products > Azara microphylla 'Variegata'
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| Category: Shrub |
| Family: Flacourtiaceae |
| Origin: Chile (South America) |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Variegated Foliage: Yes |
| Flower Color: Cream |
| Bloomtime: Winter/Spring |
| Synonyms: [A. borealis] |
| Height: 15-25 feet |
| Width: 8-10 feet |
| Exposure: Sun or Shade |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Medium Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: <15° F |
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Azara microphylla 'Variegata' (Variegated Boxleaf Azara) - A dainty small upright large bush or small tree to 15-25 feet tall with a fountain-like shape and arching branches of tiny 1/2" long leaves that have a good portion of the leaf width edged with a creamy white variegation. In late winter into spring into the tiny petal-less flowers exude a fragrance that smells of chocolate to some or vanilla to others. Flowers followed in summer by orange-red berries. Best in cooler coastal gardens as it suffers in inland hot locations. Plant in full sun (coastal) to light shade and give regular irrigation. Responds well to pruning and can be shaped to fit most any garden's needs. Hardy to at least 15° F. We discontinued growing this interesting plant in 2015. Still like it but it is better suited to northern California.
The information on this page is based on research conducted in our nursery library and from online sources as well as from observations made of this plant as it grows in our nursery, in the nursery's garden and in other gardens that we have visited. We have also incorporated comments received from others and always appreciate getting feedback of any kind from those who have some additional information, particularly if this information is contrary to what we have written or includes additional cultural tips that would aid others in growing Azara microphylla 'Variegata'.
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