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Ternstroemia gymnanthera

Japanese Cleyera

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Norman's Nursery

 

Description

This elegant evergreen shrub slowly reaches 8'-10' tall and 6' wide with dark green, glossy leaves New foliage is bronzy red. For proper growth, the plant should receive shade or part sun, with well draining, fertile, moist soil. Creamy white, fragrant, tiny flowers bloom in spring, followed by reddish orange egg shaped berries. This shrub is great for borders.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

6-12'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Bronze, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Orange, Red

Fruit Season

Summer

Sun

Half, Shade

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acid

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Formal, Japanese, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Entry, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Walkways

Special Uses

Container, Filler, Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Turn sprinklers on and view them operating at least once a month.

Check for and fix missing drip emitters, leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes. One broken spray sprinkler can waste 100 gallons in a 10 minute watering cycle.