Species saw toothed azara
Green leaves and yellow flowers on green stalks.

saw toothed azara

Azara serrata

The saw toothed azara (Azara serrata) is a truly amazing plant species native to South America. This hardy evergreen shrub offers year-round interest and beauty to the landscape. Its distinctive saw-toothed leaves are finely toothed and deep green in colour, adding texture and dimension to any garden. In spring, the shrub is covered in attractive white flowers with yellow centres, which are a nectar source for pollinators, such as butterflies and bees. It can thrive in many types of soils, in both full sun and partial shade, and is drought tolerant once established. The saw toothed azara is a beautiful addition to any garden and an essential component of the native landscape.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

8 - 10

Flowers:

Deep yellow Flowers

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Moderate

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Thorny:

Yes

Tropical:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Watering for saw toothed azara plants should not be over abundant. They prefer evenly moist soil but not wet soil. Watering should be done about once a week or whenever the top 1-2 inches of soil is dry. Make sure to water the soil directly, not the foliage, in order to prevent leaf disease.

sunlight

Saw toothed azara grow best when they receive full sun for around 8 hours per day. However, when grown in warmer climates in the US, they may require less light during hot summer months or when grown indoors. In optimal conditions, saw toothed azara will also benefit from dappled light throughout the day. It is best to provide the saw toothed azara with about 5-8 hours of sunlight during the flowering season and at least 6 to 8 hours of sunlight year round.

pruning

When pruning saw toothed azara (Azara serrata), it should be done in early spring, when the plant is just beginning to bud. The amount of pruning that needs to be done should be tailored to the size of the plant - a larger plant will require more pruning. When pruning, remove dead or diseased branches, as well as any branches that are growing in the wrong direction. Also remove branches that are too close together, which can prevent air circulation and lead to disease. If the plant is getting too large, it can be generally be pruned back by about 1/3 of its size. Whenever pruning, it is important to make sure you are using clean, sterile tools and pruning at the correct angle in order to ensure the best results.

Season

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Starts Flowering

Azara serrata typically starts flowering in late winter or early spring, usually between February and April.

Starts Flowering

Azara serrata typically starts flowering in late winter or early spring, usually between February and April.

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