Features:Foliage: Obovate, leathery, glossy dark green leaves with grayish-white undersides,Flowers: Small, tubular, fragrant maroon-red flowers in clusters; blooms in spring,Fruit: Woody capsules that split open to reveal bright red seeds when mature,Habit: Evergreen shrub or small tree with dense, upright growth,Hardiness: Highly salt and wind tolerant; excellent for coastal areas,Uses: Ideal for hedges, windbreaks, or as a specimen plant
Mature Height: 12-20 ft
Mature Width: 6-10 ft
Growth Rate: Slow
Light Needs: Full sun to partial shade
Key Advantages:Year-round attractive foliage with bi-color effect,Showy spring flowers and decorative seed pods,Exceptional coastal tolerance (salt and wind),Low maintenance requirementsExcellent for privacy screening
Landscape Uses:Coastal hedges and windbreaks,Privacy screens,Specimen planting,Erosion control on slopes,Urban and seaside gardens