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Ternstroemia gymnanthera

Cleyera, Japanese

Plant photo of: Ternstroemia gymnanthera
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Norman's Nursery

 

Description

This elegant evergreen shrub slowly reaches 8'-10' tall and 6' wide with dark green, glossy leaves New foliage is bronzy red. For proper growth, the plant should receive shade or part sun, with well draining, fertile, moist soil. Creamy white, fragrant, tiny flowers bloom in spring, followed by reddish orange egg shaped berries. This shrub is great for borders.

 

Sun

Half, Shade

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acid

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Adjust sprinklers to avoid watering sidewalks and driveways.