One of the best species for hedges, due to the ease of shaping them with pruning. Very ornamental mainly due to its large foliage, to be grown even in pots and as bonsai.
Evergreen shrub 3-5m. With numerous small dark green ovate-lanceolate leaves. White and small bloom. Very durable red fruits.
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Flowering |
Attracts Wildlife | Mammals, Seed eating birds |
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Climate Zone | Mediterranean, Temperate areas |
Flower colour | White |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Foliage color | Green |
Fruit color | Red |
Hardiness | Hardy, No drought resistant |
Plant use | Bonsai, Christmas Tree, Cut foliage, Decorative, Gardening, Low hedge, Medicinal, Reforestation, Singular, Timber, Topiary, Urban garden, Wild garden |
Soil - Moisture | Fresh, Well-drained |
Soil - Ph | Acid |
Soil - Type | Clay, Potting mix |
Sunlight - Exposure | Partial shade, Sun |
Watering | Moderate |