Description
These plants are shrubs and they are often used for hedging. The leaves of this plant are ovate and they have a leathery texture. They are small and glossy and they grow in pairs. These plants are evergreens and they have a very dense growing habit, hence they are ideal for hedging. Pale yellow flowers are displayed by this plant in spring. Pale green fruits appear in the autumn. These plants grow to a height of between 4m and 8m. They grow to a width of between 4m and 8m.
Uses in the Garden
These plants are ideal for formal gardens. They are often used to create hedging to divide different areas of garden up. They are often grown as container plants as they are slow growing so they reluctant to outgrow their containers. They require little maintenance so they are also useful for those who want low maintenance gardens.
Growing Conditions
This plant grows well in well-drained soil or moist but well drained soil. This plant grows well in the following soil types: neutral, alkaline, acidic, chalk, sand, clay or loam. This plant requires partial shade or full shade.
Maintenance
· Prune straight after flowering
· Remove dead, damaged and diseased growth as required
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