Features:Oval, glossy dark green leaves with pointed tips and smooth edges. Produces star-shaped white flowers with five petals, followed by edible red berries.
Mature Height: 1-2 ft
Mature Width: 4-5 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate
Light Needs: Full sun to partial shade
Key Advantages:Salt and drought tolerant,Edible ornamental fruit,Low-growing dense habit,Deer resistant
Landscape Uses:Coastal ground cover,Low edible hedges,Container plantings,Erosion control
Special Care:Prune to maintain shape,Fertilize lightly in spring,Water deeply but infrequently,Harvest berries when fully red
Seasonal Interest:Flowers: Late spring to summer,Fruit: Summer to fall,Foliage: Evergreen