Some trees stay small and grow well under the taller ones. Japanese Spicebush is one such tree. Lidera obtusiloba is a great addition to the understory landscape. Hardy from zones 5 to 9 this small tree does well under larger trees that allow filtered light. There are no special conditions for this plant although it prefers acidic soil. After about a decade and a half the tree will average 8-14'''' in height and may reach up to 20'''' under ideal conditions. ...