Excellent hearty substitute for “Red Tips” that have beautiful red new growth. These shrubs grow quickly and provide a large border, but can be kept low with regular maintenance.

Variety Offered
Japanese Cleyera

Japanese Cleyera
Small, fragrant white flowers bloom on upright, rounded evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green foliage. Bronzy-red new growth and persistent black fruit add seasonal interest. Blooms in mid summer.

Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade
Water Use: Regular
Soil: Moist, Well Drained
Hardiness Zone(s): 7-10
Mature Size: 8-12’ tall and 6-10’ wide

Planting Instructions: Dig hole big enough to allow 12” of fill soil between root ball and the sides of the hole. Install the plant so that the top of the root ball is slightly higher than existing soil grade. Backfill with topsoil and water heavily to eliminate air pockets.