Coastalplain Staggerbush (Lyonia Fruticosa) 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 7-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Lyonia fruticosa is a shrub native to the southeastern United States, commonly found in Florida, southern Georgia, and coastal plain regions.

Coastalplain Staggerbush

Coastalplain Staggerbush

Lyonia Fruticosa

Lyonia fruticosa is a shrub native to the southeastern United States, commonly found in Florida, southern Georgia, and coastal plain regions.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

⚠️
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:groundcover, pollinator attractor, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Coastalplain 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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Coastalplain Staggerbush
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Taxonomy

Family:Ericaceae
Genus:Lyonia