Castela coccinea
Castela coccinea is an evergreen ornamental shrub that grows 1–2 meters tall. It prefers full sun and low water conditions, making it drought-tolerant. This shrub is suitable for USDA zones 6–8 and thrives in sandy, loamy, or chalky soils. Its evergreen nature and manageable size make it a good choice for ornamental landscaping.
Light
Full sun
Watering
Low water
Soil
Sandy, Loamy, Chalky
Height
1–2 m
Spread
1–1.5 m
Zones
6–8