A very much planted shrub in gardens for the colouring of its foliage according to the seasons and its hardiness.
Growing up to 1.5m. Perennial, composed and green leaves turning reddish in autumn and winter. Little yellow and scented flowers. Bluish berries.
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Flowering |
Average germination (%) | 70 |
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Climate Zone | Mediterranean, Temperate areas |
Flower colour | Yellow |
Hardiness | Hardy, No drought resistant |
Plant use | Edging, Edible, Gardening |
Seeds per gram | 100 |
Soil - Moisture | Fresh to moist |
Soil - Ph | Neutral |
Soil - Type | Loam |
Stratification | Yes |
Sunlight - Exposure | Partial shade |
Depending on the geographical areas and altitude sowing can take place from from March to May. To obtain a more regular and faster germination stratify in cold the seeds for 90-120 days before the sowing.
It is possible to use a sowing substrate for potting or soil from the garden together with a sowing substrate if the sowing is made directly into the garden. The substrate must be wet but not soggy until the germination is completed.
It grows on neutral,fresh and not grafted soils.
Perfect for banks, hedges, edges and rockery.