About

An evergreen, spiny shrub from China with narrowly ovate, leathery, spine-toothed, dark green leaves and small, yellow flowers in spring, followed by small, dark, powdery blue-black berries. A neat and ornamental Rhododendron relative for a sheltered, partly shaded, moist woodland garden.

About the genus

Fouquieria is a genus of plants encompassing species that may be herbaceous, shrubby, or woody. They are grown for their ornamental flowers, foliage, or fruit, and vary in hardiness and cultural requirements

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.