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Key features
Growth habit:
Medium to fast-growing, dense, and compact evergreen shrub that can reach 4–5 meters in height and 1.5–2 meters in width.
Foliage:
Glossy green mature leaves, with new growth emerging in vibrant bronze and red tones.
Flowers and fruit:
Produces fluffy white flowers in spring and summer, followed by red or pinkish berries.
Versatility:
Excellent for creating dense privacy screens, formal hedges, or topiary forms. It can also be a feature plant.
Growing conditions:
Tolerates a range of soils, including sandy, loamy, and clay, as long as they are well-drained. It grows well in full sun or partial shade.
How to use it in your garden
Hedges and screens: Plant 60–80cm apart for a dense, quick hedge.
Feature plant: Can be grown as a standalone shrub or small tree.
Coastal gardens: Tolerates coastal conditions and is drought-tolerant once established.
Topiary: Its dense nature makes it ideal for shaping into topiary forms.
Care tips
Watering:
Water regularly until established, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings, as it does not like wet feet.
Soil:
Prefers rich, well-drained soil. Mulch and fertilize when planting to help it establish.
Pruning:
Can be kept at a desired height by pruning, or left to grow to its full potential.
