About
This evergreen tree reaching 5m, with long glossy dark green leaves above, pale below. The flowers are pale green and cream on red stems and may develop into blue-black berries.
About the genus
Persea are evergreen shrubs or small trees with simple leaves and small greenish flowers, followed by pear-shaped, dark green fruits with edible flesh
Growing conditions
SunlightPartial shade
Soil typeClay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeTrees, Shrubs
HabitSpreading branched, Bushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height4-8 metres
Spread2.5-4 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens
Native toJapan, Korea, Taiwan
Care notes
CultivationGrow in a sheltered spot in milder parts of the country. It needs moisture-retentive neutral to acid soil, with dappled shade.
PruningPruning group 1
PropagationPropagate from semi-ripe cuttings or by seed. For more advice see propagate by seed (tree/shrub
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free