Ylang Ylang - Cananga odorata - Live Tropical Tree - Unusual Fragrant Flower - Emerald Goddess Gardens -Starter Sz 4 Inch Pot

The product is a starter-sized plant with an approximate 4-inch-diameter root zone. The plant will be a minimum of 6 to 8 inches tall. It will not have buds or blooms on arrival. Starter-sized plants are intended for a gardener to plant and grow to their mature size.

• Commonly known as the Ylang Ylang Tree, this is a fast-growing, evergreen tree native to the Philippines, Malaysia, and other parts of Southeast Asia. It is most famous for its fragrant, star-shaped flowers, which are the source of ylang ylang essential oil.
• This tree can reach heights of over 40 feet in its native environment but is often pruned to a smaller, more manageable size in cultivation to facilitate harvesting. It has a graceful, slightly drooping habit with long, oval, pointed leaves that are a dark, glossy green. The flowers are the main attraction: they are greenish-yellow when mature and hang in clusters, releasing a powerful, sweet, and floral scent. The fragrance is most potent in the evening.
• Care: The ylang ylang tree thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers rich, well-draining soil. It requires consistent watering, especially when young, and appreciates high humidity. It is a very fast-growing plant that benefits from regular pruning to maintain its size and shape, which also encourages more abundant flowering. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
• Indoor Growing: Due to its size growth habit, and specific environmental conditions needed to thrive, it is not a good candidate for indoor growing.
• Climate: Cananga odorata is a tropical plant, recommended for growing outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9B, 10-11. It is not tolerant of frost or cold temperatures and requires a consistently warm and humid climate to survive and flower.