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Green Buttonwood Tree (Conocarpus erectus)
Description: A good native evergreen seaside tree.
Size: Typical height 35 feet.
Location: Plant at least 30 feet from power lines, and 16-22 feet from your house. Requires full sun.
Salt tolerance: High
Watering: Water during planting and for one year thereafter. Usually does not need additional watering after one year.
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.
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