Description: Moderate-growing evergreen tree with a dense, columnar canopy producing small white flowers in the spring. Attractive bark. Native. Fruits ripen in late summer/fall and attract birds.

Size: Medium to large (about 30ft in height)

Location: Plant at least 20 feet from power lines and 16-22 feet from your house. Full sun with well-drained soil.

Salt tolerance: High

Watering: Water during planting and for one year thereafter (see watering schedule in "Dig In Miami-Dade County" booklet). May need to water during fruiting if under drought conditions.

Fertilization: Do not fertilize until 6 months after planting. Call 305-248-3311 ext.228 for fertilizing information specific to your tree.

Pruning: Wait one year to prune. If staked, remove after 6 months