Bastard Brandy Bush (Grewia Bicolor) is a perennial shrub in the Malvaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low to medium watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Grewia bicolor is a multi-stemmed shrub or small tree native to tropical Africa and parts of India, known for its distinctive bark and use in forage and cordage.

Bastard Brandy Bush

Bastard Brandy Bush

Grewia Bicolor

Grewia bicolor is a multi-stemmed shrub or small tree native to tropical Africa and parts of India, known for its distinctive bark and use in forage and cordage.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
low to medium
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, forage, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Bastard Brandy Bush

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Prune
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Repot
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Malvaceae
Genus:Grewia