How to Grow and Care for Dahoon

Dahoon, also known as Cassena holly

The dahoon is a moisture-loving species requiring consistently damp soil and partial to full sunlight to thrive. Special care points include tolerating wet conditions, but it is susceptible to chlorosis in high-pH soils. Monitor water levels and soil pH carefully to ensure optimal growth conditions. Overall, while dahoon can be tolerant, it demands keen attention to hydration and soil composition, making its care level medium in complexity.

Watering schedule: Every 2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun

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Planting and Growing Dahoon

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Moderate
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Partial sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Hardiness Zones	7-11

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Dahoon presents itself as a small, elegant tree with a penchant for moist and shaded environments. It exhibits glossy, lanceolate leaves that are characteristic of its genus, with a tendency to cluster on slender, branching stems. This tree flourishes in wet conditions, flaunting small, inconspicuous flowers that give way to bright red berries, entwining ornamental appeal with wildlife sustenance. Its hardy nature against saline environments is juxtaposed by its susceptibility to cold, making it more prevalent in temperate regions. Mature specimens can reach heights of 20 to 30 feet (6 to 9 meters), forming an upright, pyramidal to oval canopy.