Agapetes species SEH#27016

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 2'-5'

planting zones

8b-11

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Agapetes species SEH#27016 plant details

Agapetes species SEH#27016 is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Agapetes species SEH#27016

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 5 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, compact, showy, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Agapetes species SEH#27016

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is a larger-leafed species (1.5 or 2 inches long) with attractive sessile foliage on long arching bristly stems. The cream- white tubular flowers with a green rim are followed by bright red berries. New to cultivation and unknown to science as far as I can sort out.