Cestrum x 'Newellii'

Newell Cestrum

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Common Name:

Newell Cestrum

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Maximum height:

365 cm

Maximum width:

365 cm

Newell Cestrum (Cestrum x 'Newellii') - Description

Cestrum 'Newellii' is best known for its crimson red flowers that appear in summer through fall. The plant is a very vigorous-growing shrub with arching branches and evergreen leaves.

Newell Cestrum (Cestrum x 'Newellii') - Blooming

Blooms small, greenish flowers in the evening that have a strong scent.

Newell Cestrum (Cestrum x 'Newellii') - Growth

Need full sun and warm climates to thrive. Also requires protection from frost in susceptible areas. In warm areas, night-blooming jasmine works well in a mixed border, or as a lone specimen plant.

Newell Cestrum (Cestrum x 'Newellii') - Planting

Propagate Cestrum easily from young stem cuttings.

Newell Cestrum (Cestrum x 'Newellii') - Pest

Susceptible to scale insects, powdery mildew, rust and fungal leaf spots.

Newell Cestrum (Cestrum x 'Newellii') - Interesting facts

The night blooming jasmine is native to the West Indies and tropical America.

Newell Cestrum (Cestrum x 'Newellii') - Soil and irrigation

Cestrum excels in light, sandy soils. Water liberally during the growing season. Prevent waterlogging. Not salt tolerant.