Sageretia thea
Also Known As
- Sageretia theezans
- CHINESE BIRD PLUM
- CHINESE SWEET PLUM
- Chinese Sweetplum
- MOCK BUCKTHORN
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 4'-10'
- W: 1'-3'
planting zones
- 9b-11
Sageretia thea plant details
Sageretia thea is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green and red foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by blue fruit. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Sageretia thea
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: rhamnaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green and red
- Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 4 FT - 10 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in summer
- Uses: bonsai, container plant, distinctive bark, houseplant, peeling bark, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sageretia thea
- USDA Zones: 9b - 11
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
CHINESE SWEET PLUM - CHINESE BIRD PLUM - MOCK BUCKTHORN - Semi-tropical evergreen tender shrub native to Asia. Hardy to 30 degrees but would rather be warmer. Shiny oval mid green leaves (new growth is reddish). Dark brown exfoliating bark matures to a scaly appearance. Clusters of tiny white flowers in summer followed by small blue berries. Likes morning sun and afternoon shade, keep slightly moist, never let dry completely. Great for bonsai.
Gardening facts about Sageretia thea plant
How to Grow Sageretia thea
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- red
- green
Flower Color
- white
Fruit
- blue
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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