Ornamental shrub ideal for hedges. An excellent shrub for topiary art.
Evergreen shrub 1.5m tall. The foliage is very dense and thick with dark green leaves. The flowers are small, yellow growing in clusters.
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Flowering |
Average germination (%) | 50 |
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Climate Zone | Temperate, Temperate areas |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Hardiness | Hardy, No drought resistant |
Plant use | Balcony & Courtyard, Baskets & Containers, City garden, Cut foliage, Decorative, Edging, Gardening, Low hedge, Topiary |
Seeds per gram | 66 |
Soil - Moisture | Well-drained |
Soil - Ph | Alkaline |
Soil - Type | Chalk, Clay, Potting mix, Rich |
Sunlight - Exposure | Partial shade |
Soak the seeds in cool water for 24 hours before sowing at temperatures of 5ºC/15ºC.
Thrives on most soils, sun or shade.
Its hard wood has a unique color used for engraving, to make buttons and utensils. It has laxative and homeopathic properties. It is used in case of rheumatism, to cure injuries, baldness, dermatitis. Ideal potplant, used in florist art.