Lagunaria patersonii
( lah - goon - AIR - ee - uh pat - err - SOHN - ee - eye )
At-A-Glance Information
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Commonly referred to as Cow Itch Tree or Primrose Tree, this species of evergreen tree is native to the South Pacific and Australia, and grows best in zones 13, 15-24, H1 and H2 (To find your zone, click here: Zone Map). These trees need full sun and regular waterings, and quickly reach 30 feet tall and wide. Take care if planting this tree in your yard, as the seed pod fibers can irritate skin and eyes. Foliage is dense, and pinkish rose flowers bloom in summertime, and fade to white with age. Seed capsules are popular in arrangements, and eventually split open to reveal bright brown seeds. Variety 'Royal Purple' has purple blossoms. Use these as specimen trees or grouped together for windbreaks or screens.
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Caring for and pruning lagunaria patersonii Trees
Propagation
Problems and Pests
Gallery
Camellias are great candidates to be grown as container plants on your patio.
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A field of thea sinensis
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Camellia hiemalis 'Shishi Gashira'
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Videos
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A video all about growing camellias successfully
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Propagating camellias
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Resources
The New Sunset Western Garden Book: The Ultimate Gardening Guide (2012) - Page 397, Lagunaria patersonii
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