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Ardisia humilis

Family Myrsinaceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone
Care Level
Height 1.2 - 4.5 m (4 - 15 ft)
Spread 1.2 - 4 m (4 - 12 ft)
Light light shade to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description Ardisia humilis (ardisia) bears white blossoms during mid-spring. This broadleaf evergreen is upright and has deep green foliage that is showy, glossy, medium textured and evergreen.
Typical Uses Border, hedge, screening and topiary.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Ardisia humilis .
Cautions Where conditions are favourable, Ardisia humilis (ardisia) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.