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| Category: Shrub |
| Family: Solanaceae (Potatoes, tomatoes, peppers) |
| Origin: Mexico (North America) |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Flower Color: Pink |
| Bloomtime: Spring/Summer |
| Height: 8-10 feet |
| Exposure: Sun or Shade |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Medium Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 25-30° F |
| May be Poisonous (More Info): Yes |
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Cestrum elegans var. smithii (Pink Cestrum) - A climbing evergreen shrub growing to 8 to 10 feet which has an arching habit that is conducive to espaliering. Clusters of pink flowers bloom at the ends of the branches. The peak flowering period is from spring through summer. Red berries follow the bloom. Plant in sun or part shade and water regularly. It is hardy to about 25-30 degrees F.
Information displayed on this page about Cestrum elegans var. smithii is based on our research conducted about this plant in our nursery library as well as from information provided by reliable online resources. We also include our own observations made about it as it has grown in the nursery gardens and other gardens visited, as well how the crops of this plant performed in the containers in our nursery field. We will also include comments received from others and welcome hearing from anyone who has information about this plant, particularly if it includes cultural information aiding others to better grow it.
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