Diostea juncea, also known as retamo, belong to a genus that contains 3 species, which are native to South America. It is a shrub with small evergreeen leaves, which bears tiny pale blue flowers in spring.
There are not many data available about its frost hardiness. However, its natural habitat suggests that it should be able to withstand a few degrees of frost without damage.
Diostea juncea has an evergreen foliage. Leaves are small, lanceolate and opposite.
The flowers are small, pale blue and appear in late spring.
Diostea juncea requiert les expositions suivantes : mi-ombre,lumière This shrub requires a well-drained and slightly acidic soil.
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Category - shrub
Dimensions
Height 3.00 m
Width 2.50 m
Minimum temperatures
The plant is likely to die as soon as temperature is below 0.0 °C
Leaves and other aerial parts are damaged as soon as temperatures drops to 0.0 °C
Exposure - partial shade, light
Leaves - evergreen
Flowers - Color(s) : white, blue
Propagation - cutting, seeds This plant can be propagated by seeds or by cuttings.
Toxicity No or unknown toxicity.
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