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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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