Ternstroemia gymnanthera

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Cleyera, Japanese

 
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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.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

6-12'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Bronze, Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Orange, Red

 

Fruit Season

Summer

Sun

Half, Shade

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Slow

 

Soil Type

Loam

 

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

 

Soil pH

Acid

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Formal, Japanese, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Showy Flowers

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

 

Location Uses

Entry, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Walkways

 

Special Uses

Container, Filler, Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Be sure to fix all leaks promptly no matter how small they may seem.