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Eugenia uniflora
Also Known As
- Surinam Cherry
Plant type
tree, fruit / vegetable
size
- H: 15'-25'
- W: 10'-15'
planting zones
- 9a-11
Eugenia uniflora plant details
Eugenia uniflora is a broadleaf semi-evergreen fruit / vegetable or tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Eugenia uniflora
- Plant type: fruit / vegetable or tree
- Plant family: myrtaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 15 FT - 25 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Eugenia uniflora
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: well-drained
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How to Grow Eugenia uniflora
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- butterflies
Fruit
- red
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Eugenia for your garden
aka Amomyrtus luma - Nahuel Huapi, Eugenia apiculata, Luma apiculata, Luma apiculata 'Eugenia', Myrtus apiculata, Myrtus lechleriana, Myrtus luma, Arrayan, Chilean Myrtle, Orange Bark Myrtle, Soap Bark Tree
Plant Type
Tree, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 10'-12'
Width: 10'-12'
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- regular - occasional
aka Syzygium paniculatum, Brush Cherry, Magenta Cherry, Scrub Cherry
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 6'-40'
Width: 3'-10'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular
Scientific Name: Pimenta dioica
aka Eugenia pimenta, Pimenta officinalis, Jamaica Pepper, Jamaican Allspice, Newspice, Pimenta, Pimento
Plant Type
Tree
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 20'-40'
Width: 20'-40'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular
Scientific Name: Eugenia involucrata
aka Eugenia aggregata, Eugenia cerasiflora, Myrtus aggregata
Plant Type
Tree, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 10'-20'
Width: 10'-15'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular
Scientific Name: Eugenia myrcianthes
aka Hexachlamys edulis
Plant Type
Tree, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
8b-10b
Size
Height: 15'-25'
Width: 15'-25'
- sun
- even moisture - regular
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