Description
This plant is quite a large evergreen shrub with an upright growing habit. These plants grow to a height of between 8m and 12. They grow to a width of wider than 8m. These plants have pale yellow and green flowers in early spring. The flowers are densely clustered together. These plants have ovate leaves. They have a leathery texture. The fruits have a shiny black colour.
Uses in the Garden
The leaves of these plants are useful for cooking so this plant is ideal for a kitchen garden. They can be used for screening and as hedge plants because they have dense foliage. They require little maintenance so they are ideal for a low maintenance garden. They are tolerant of sea air so they can be located in coastal gardens. Ideal for Mediterranean gardens.
Growing Conditions
This plant grows well in well-drained soil. This plant grows well in the following soil types: neutral, alkaline, acidic, chalk, sand, clay or loam. This plant requires full sun or partial shade.
Maintenance
· Prune in late winter or early spring.
· Remove diseased, damaged, crossing or congested growth
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