Portulacaria afra
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Elephant Bush
| Evergreen-Deciduous | Evergreen |
|---|---|
| Overall Mature Size | Large |
| Mature Height & Spread | 8-12' x 4-6' |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Water | Low water |
| Flower Color | Lavender |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Special Features | Low Water Use |
| Container Sizes | #1, #5 |
| Natural Growth Habit | Upright |
| Sunset Garden Zones | 8, 9, 12-24, H1, H2 |
| Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 9A-11 |
| Plant Type | Succulent, Perennial |
An upright growing plant (8-12 feet tall) with reddish brown stems and 1/2 long emerald green leaves. Looks a little like a dwarf jade plant. Plant in sun or shade with little or no supplemental irrigation. Hardy to at least 25 degrees. Makes a great drought tolerant foundation plant and can be kept almost any size with pruning.
