FLORIDA LILAC

Tetrazygia bicolor

6 to 12 feet    Slow rate of growth

Full sun to partial shade

Prefers acid, well-drained soil

Cold sensitive

zones 10 to 11

An ornamental, evergreen shrub with a rounded crown;

with long, quilted leaves, dark green above and silver below; and

showy clusters of white flowers, followed by juicy, black berries.

Does not tolerate pruning.

A Florida state listed threatened species.

Excellent bird attractor.