It is an evergreen tree that grows at a slow rate to a height of 25 to 35 feet with a spread of 15 to 20 feet. They will live from 50 to 150 years.

How fast does a Mayten tree grow?

It needs lots of light and will take plenty of exposure on any old soil. It can reach 10ft in 5 years and could go on to reach 25ft or more.

Is Mayten tree evergreen?

Maytenus boaria is a somewhat slow-growing evergreen tree. Leaves are narrow and light or medium green. Long branchlets hang down from branches, resembling a weeping willow. Trees produce inconspicuous flowers and fruit.