This shrubby tree with dark, grayish green bark has thick, dark leaves that are 4 to 5 inches long. Continously large 1.5 inch buds produce big, red flowers.
It is resistant to salt and wind.

The foliage of nearly all species has a strong pungent odor similar to menthol.
Well drained soil is preferable.

Trees do very well planted from seed.

Flowers are pink in late winter to mid summer.

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Care and propagation notes included. 

 
Packet contains 30 seeds.