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Hardiness
Zones:
5
to 7 |
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Habit:
Evergreen |
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Growth
Rate: Slow |
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Site
Requirements: Sun
to partial shade; tolerates range of soil types; dislikes
wet feet |
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Height:
3
to 6 feet |
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Width:
3
to 4 feet |
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Texture:
Fine |
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Form:
Compact,
dense, rounded shrub; arching, spreading branches |
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Flower/Fruit:
Golden-yellow
flowers; 0.3" fruit is violet-black with a bloom
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Foliage:
Alternate,
simple leathery dark green leaves; 0.5 to 1.5" long;
tapers at both ends; margins are slightly spiny toothed; leaves
may become purplish green or mahogany in winter |
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Comments:
Drought
tolerant; dependable; easy to transplant; can be used as specimen,
hedge, or barrier plant; tolerates urban conditions
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Cultivars:
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