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mountain pepper

mountain pepper · Pruning

mountain pepper · Tasmannia lanceolata
Also known as: Australian pepper; pepper tree; Tasmanian pepper

Grows best in fertile, moist, well-drained, lime-free soils. Will tolerate clay soils. Successful in both sunny and shady positions but prefers semi-shade

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Partial shadeInformation to be completed
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Responds well to pruning; best done in spring

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