Rusty Staggerbush (Lyonia Ferruginea) is a perennial shrub in the Ericaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Lyonia ferruginea is a long-lived evergreen shrub or small tree native to the southeastern United States, known for its crooked trunk and small, white urn-shaped flowers.

Rusty Staggerbush

Rusty Staggerbush

Lyonia Ferruginea

Lyonia ferruginea is a long-lived evergreen shrub or small tree native to the southeastern United States, known for its crooked trunk and small, white urn-shaped flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:screen, specimen, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Rusty Staggerbush

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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:Ericaceae
Genus:Lyonia