Drimys winteri (Canelo or Winter's Bark)
Botanical Information
| Family | Winteraceae |
| Genus | Drimys |
| Species | winteri |
| Category | Tropicals, Woody |
| Type | Shrub (evergreen) |
| Origin | Native to South and Central America. |
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Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 8b - 9a |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 8b |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H4 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -10 to -5 |
| Temperature (°F) | 14 - 23 |
| Height | 12 m |
| Spread | 4 - 6 m spread |
| Growth | Slow |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | Large spreading evergreen shrub. |
| ID Characteristic | Glossy leaves holding fragrant white flowers. |
| Propagation | Seed or semi-hardwood cuttings. |
| Cultivation | In direct sun in well drained soil. |
| Pests | No major issues. |
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