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Ardisia crenata

Also Known As

Ardisia crispa
Ardisia dielsii
Ardisia henryi
Ardisia henryi var. dielsii
Ardisia hortorum
Christmas Berry
Coral Bush
Coralberry
Coralberry Tree
Spiceberry

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-6'
W: 3'-6'

planting zones

8b-11

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Ardisia crenata plant details

Ardisia crenata is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ardisia crenata

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, houseplant, showy, winter interest, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ardisia crenata

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Ardisia crispa has thick elliptic dark green leaves, serrated edges..white flowers followed in winter with tiers of bright scarlet waxy berries. Native to China.

By: Accents for Home and Garden

An upright multi-stemmed low evergreen shrub with deep green glossy wavy foliage. The creamy white flowers of spring develop into bright red 1 inch diameter berries by late fall and last well into spring. This is a good choice for areas with high shade or morning sun. Plant it in a moist, fertile, well-drained soil, preferably in a protected location, as they are susceptible to freeze damage at temperatures below 20 °F. The berries are not particularly preferred by birds unless other food is not readily available. Few pests or diseases are of major concern.