Overview
Ugni molinae 'Elite' is a bushy fruit edible in the genus Ugni, part of the Myrtaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Ugni molinae 'Elite' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, mediterranean climate plants, city and courtyard gardens, patio and container plants, wall side borders and flower borders and beds.
About
Ugni molinae 'Elite' is a bushy evergreen shrub cultivar of the genus Ugni, known for its thick foliage and small, oval, leathery leaves. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers a sheltered position with moist but well-drained soil, including chalk, clay, loam, or sand of varying pH. Suitable for a variety of garden settings such as cottage, informal, city, courtyard, and patio gardens, it is hardy to UK zone H3. This cultivar flowers in spring and summer, producing cup-shaped flowers that develop into edible berries.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Ugni
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Ugni molinae 'Elite' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Fruit Edible, Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Mediterranean climate plants, City and courtyard gardens, Patio and container plants, Wall side borders, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Ugni molinae 'Elite'
- Propagation
- Semi-ripe cuttings taken in summer with bottom heat
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Ugni molinae 'Elite'?
Ugni molinae 'Elite' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Ugni molinae 'Elite' need?
Ugni molinae 'Elite' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Ugni molinae 'Elite' hardy in the UK?
Ugni molinae 'Elite' has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Ugni molinae 'Elite'?
Semi-ripe cuttings taken in summer with bottom heat.
