Dimetra craibiana Plant Care

Dimetra craibiana (Dimetra craibiana) belongs to the Oleaceae family within the Dimetra genus. Dimetra craibiana is native to Thailand and Laos.

Dimetra craibiana displays a compact, bushy shrub growth habit, reaching up to 2.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2.5 ft. Dimetra craibiana produces small, fragrant white flowers in clusters.

Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Dimetra craibiana every 7–10 days, soaking the whole root zone, until it is established — usually one to two growing seasons. Established shrubs mainly need water during long dry spells. In a container, water whenever the top few centimetres of soil are dry.

Dimetra craibiana thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Dimetra craibiana in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.

Dimetra craibiana tolerates temperatures of 65–75°F. Dimetra craibiana prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.

Loamy, well-draining soil with added compost for nutrients. Good drainage is essential for Dimetra craibiana to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Dimetra craibiana every 6 months during the growing season with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at the rate on the label. Established shrubs in good soil often need little extra feeding, so let weak growth or pale foliage guide you.

Stop feeding by late summer so new growth can harden before winter.

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Choose a spot with bright indirect light and loamy, well-draining soil with added compost for nutrients. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Dimetra craibiana is suited to USDA Zone 13b.

Plant container-grown or balled-and-burlapped shrubs in spring or early autumn, setting the root flare at soil level, and water well after planting.

Dimetra craibiana can spread to about 3 ft (0.8 m) and reach about 3 ft (1 m) tall. Space plants about 3 ft (0.8 m) apart so mature crowns don't crowd each other, and plant at least half that distance from buildings, fences and paths.

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Prune Dimetra craibiana while it is dormant in late winter: first remove dead, damaged and crossing branches, then thin lightly for shape.

If it flowers in spring, prune right after flowering instead so you don't remove next year's buds. Never take off more than about a quarter of the shrub in one year.

Dimetra craibiana is frost-tender (hardy to USDA zone 13). In colder areas grow it in a container and move it to a bright, frost-free place before the first frost.

Dimetra craibiana can be propagated through softwood cuttings, layering.

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Dimetra craibiana is susceptible to aphids, scale insects, spider mites. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.

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Dimetra craibiana grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. Dimetra craibiana is native to Thailand and Laos. In cooler regions, grow Dimetra craibiana as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.