Ugni consists of evergreen shrubs or trees with a thick growth of foliage. The leaves are small, oval, and leathery, appearing in pairs along the stems. Flowers, shaped like cups or bowls, emerge on new growth and give way to round, edible berries.

Ugni

Ugni candollei

Ugni molinae develops into a dense, upright evergreen shrub characterized by its small, leathery foliage. It produces fragrant, bowl-shaped white flowers that hang gracefully, which are succeeded by small, dark red berries measuring about 1 cm in diameter, known for their aromatic qualities and edible nature.

Ugni molinae

Ugni molinae 'Big Burning Pink'

Ugni molinae 'Butterball' is a modestly growing, upright shrub that reaches heights of up to 1.2 meters. It features glossy, leathery leaves, with fresh growth displaying a yellow hue accented by a pink tint. In summer, the plant produces aromatic, bowl-shaped flowers that are pale pink and emerge from the leaf axils. These blooms give way to edible dark red berries. This shrub is best suited for cultivation in milder climates, as it is only marginally hardy outdoors.

Ugni molinae 'Butterball'

Ugni molinae 'Elite'

Ugni molinae 'Flambeau' is a small, evergreen shrub that typically reaches heights and widths of up to 1.5 meters. Its leaves are glossy and variegated, exhibiting a mix of green with cream and pink edges, and can grow up to 3.5 centimeters in length. In summer, the plant produces nodding, bell-shaped flowers that are white and pink. These blooms give way to aromatic, edible berries.

Ugni molinae 'Flambeau' (v)

Ugni molinae 'Frampton Feast'

Ugni molinae 'Heritage Ice' (v)

Ugni molinae 'Miss Green'

Ugni molinae 'Red Devil'

Ugni molinae 'Variegata' (v)

Ugni molinae 'Villarica Strawberry'

Ugni molinae Ka'pow ('Yanpow') is a vigorous, upright evergreen shrub featuring thick, dark green leaves. It produces nodding flowers that are pink-white in color, accented with a dark pink-red base and emit a subtle fragrance. This is followed by edible red fruit that is sweet and shaped like a pear, adding an aromatic quality to the garden.