cloves
Syzygium aromaticum
USDA zones11 to 12
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size15 to 30 feet tall10 to 20 feet wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn, winter
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Notes
Cloves (Syzygium aromaticum) is a tree for borders and containers. It grows outdoors year-round in USDA zone 11 and warmer, down to about 40°F (4°C). In colder areas, grow it as a houseplant or bring it indoors for winter. This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist, sandy or loamy soil. It is fragrant and evergreen, and it grows 15 to 30 feet tall. Acid to neutral soil suits it best.
Pairs well with Ackee, Bird of paradise, and Shrimp plant.
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