Conocarpus Erectus

Conocarpus Erectus Green Buttonwood

What is the plant

The Green Buttonwood Conocarpus erectus is a great tree for coastal planting. Its high salt and drought tolerances provide a great screen for privacy.Considered a front line tree, the Green Buttonwood is tolerant of extreme exposure to salt spray. It can be used for hedging, as a shade tree, and a specimen plant.It is said to also have been used for smoking meats and fish, as well as for cabinetry and charcoal making due to its strength. The Green Buttonwood is a Florida native tree and is known for its tenacity. Full sun, high alkaline soil, and salty air, are all ideal conditions, making it the perfect tree for south Florida and coastal areas.

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Lighting

Full Sun

Hardiness zone

10a - 11

Difficulty

Easy

Water
Water the tree regularly to mimic the conditions of its damp natural environment.
Sunlight
Grow the tree in sunny sites. When grown indoors, it needs plentiful light, good air circulation and warmth
Fertilizer
Fertilize the tree regularly with a bonsai fertilizer.

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Soil
Easily-drained, gravelly soil is optimal for the tree, but good-quality organic soil may be used.
Pruning
Clip and prune the tree on a regular basis to keep the leaves small. Prune roots to contain the size of the tree.
Temperature
It cannot tolerate cold conditions, and will wilt if exposed to temperatures that dip below 500 Fahrenheit.