Happy Boy New Mexico Privet
Forestiera neomexicana 'Happy Boy'
SKU: HC014576
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Overview
New Mexico Privet is an attractive multi-stemmed shrub or small tree with ornamental white bark and brilliant yellow fall foliage. ‘Happy Boy’ is a male plant needed for pollination. If no fruit is desired, plant only ‘Happy Boy’. One male pollinates numerous female plants. Plant at least one male and female plant if you wish to get berries.
key features
Botanical Name
Forestiera neomexicana 'Happy Boy'
Advantages
Native, Attracts Birds, Deer Resistant, Easy To Grow, Low Maintenance, Winter Interest, Privacy
Growing Zones
Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Soil Moisture
Waterwise
Water Tolerance
Low-Water
Mature Height
12-18 ft tall
Mature Spread
12 ft wide
SKU
HC014576
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