Tie Bush (Wikstroemia Indica) is a perennial shrub in the Thymelaeaceae 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.

Wikstroemia indica is a small evergreen shrub with glossy leaves, small greenish-yellow flowers, and toxic red fruits.

Tie Bush

Tie Bush

Wikstroemia Indica

Wikstroemia indica is a small evergreen shrub with glossy leaves, small greenish-yellow flowers, and toxic red fruits.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
☠️
Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen, fiber source

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Tie Bush

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:Thymelaeaceae
Genus:Wikstroemia