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From New Zealand. Fast growing evergreen shrub. Design height is 6', design spread is 5'. Mature height
is 6 to 15', mature spread is 8'. 1/2" long green simple leaves, oppositely arranged. All leaves tend to pucker. 'Kathryn'
is interspersed with maroon leaves; 'Sundae' is variegated. 'Liliput' (not pictured) has light green leaves. Purple-black berries.
Hardiness to -25 degrees F. Prefers sull sun, ample water, rich fertile soil. Tolerates part shade. Subject to thrips and spider mites. Propagate by seed or semi-ripe cuttings. Uses: as a shrub border, specimen, hedge, in large pots, as a background.
Photos taken at Strybing. |
