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Maytenus boaria

Mayten Tree

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

The Mayten tree is a slow growing tree that grows to 40 ft. tall. It has weeping branches and dark green leaves. This tree can sucker in lawns and requires good drainage. It is drought tolerant.- Cornflower Farms

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

Width Range

Flower Color

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Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Light Green

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

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Design Styles

Spanish, Tropical

Accenting Features

Specimen

Seasonal Interest

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Location Uses

Foundation, Lawn, Patio

Special Uses

Screen

Attracts Wildlife

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Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.

If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.