About
A slow-growing, upright shrub to 1.2m tall, with glossy, leathery leaves. This borderline hardy shrub will only thrive outdoors in mild districts. perfumed, bowl-shaped, pale pink flowers are produced from the leaf axils in summer; these are followed by edible, dark red berries. The new foliage growth is yellow with a pink tinge.
About the genus
Ugni are densely leafy evergreen shrubs or trees. The small, oval, leathery leaves are arranged in pairs. The cup- or bowl-shaped flowers on young shoots are followed by edible, round berries
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH3
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height10-20 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens
FragranceFlower
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moist but well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade, with shelter from cold drying winds. In all but the mildest districts grow in a cool conservatory or greenhouse in large pots of loam-based potting compost
PruningSee pruning group 1
PropagationPropagate by semi-ripe cuttings taken in summer with bottom heat
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free