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Hardiness Zones: 6
to 8 |
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Habit: Evergreen |
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Growth Rate: Moderate |
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Site Requirements: Sun
to shade; moist, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter |
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Height: 10
to 18 feet |
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Width: 8
to 11 feet |
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Texture: Medium
to coarse |
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Form: Wide
spreading to oval rounded; dense |
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Flower/Fruit: Small
white fragrant flowers in spring; purple to black drupe in
summer |
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Foliage: Alternate,
simple, lustrous dark green leaves; 2 to 6" long |
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Comments: Good
screen for shaded areas; salt spray tolerant; avoid excessive
fertilizer; can be severely pruned |
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Cultivars: Forest
Green: black-green leaves; 4 to 6 feet; good cold tolerance |
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