Red Bay
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for Palamedes (Laurel) and Spicebush Swallowtail Butterflies Cannot be shipped into California. Scroll down for plant information. |
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Botanical Name: Persea borbonia Common Names: Red Bay, Florida Mahogany Plant type: Tree Zone: 8 - 11 Light: Full sun Size: Up to 40 feet, may be trimmed to a smaller size Water: Prefers moist soil but will grow in almost any soil Soil: Grows best in rich soil. Propagation: Seed Note: Host plant for Palamedes (also known as Laurel) and Spicebush Swallowtail Butterflies For free seed of Red or Swamp Bay, send a padded self-addressed stamped envelope to Red Bay Seed, 12876 SW CR 231, Brooker, FL 32622. |