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Ochna serrulata

Also Known As

  • Ochna atropurpurea
  • Ochna mossambicensis
  • Ochna multiflora
  • Bird's-Eye Bush
  • Mickey Mouse Plant

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-6'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Ochna serrulata plant details

Ochna serrulata is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer red and yellow flowers emerge followed by black and red fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ochna serrulata

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ochnaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: red and yellow blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ochna serrulata

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

3/4" yellow blooms are followed by black berries suspended from the bright red sepals with some resemblance to "Mickey Mouse". A small semi-evergreen shrub to 6'.

Gardening facts about Ochna serrulata plant

How to Grow Ochna serrulata

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Fruit

    • red
    • black
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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