Aromatic and ornmental shrub with medicinal properties. Used to shape hedges. Bonsai. Pot plant. Ornamental value for its blossoming and foliage. The berries are used as a condiment.
Compact shrub with thick bright green aromatic lanceolate or round leaves. White spectacular flowers. Dark blue edible berries.
Soak the seeds in cool water for 24 hours before direct sowing.
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Flowering |
Attracts Wildlife | Allelopathic plants |
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Average germination (%) | 40 |
Climate Zone | Mediterranean, Temperate areas |
Flower colour | White |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Fragrant | Foliage |
Germination (in days) | 20-30 |
Hardiness | Half-hardy (tolerates temperatures down to 0ºC), No drought resistant |
Plant use | Balcony & Courtyard, Baskets & Containers, Bonsai, City garden, Coastal garden, Cut foliage, Edging, Gardening, Low hedge, Specimen, Spices, Topiary |
Seeds per gram | 175 |
Soil - Moisture | Dry, Well-drained |
Soil - Ph | No preference |
Soil - Type | No preference |
Sunlight - Exposure | Full shade, Partial shade, Sun |