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Luma apiculata - Description
- Potted Luma apiculata plant
- Common Name: Chilean Myrtle / Arrayán
- Latin: Luma apiculata
- Evergreen shrub or small ornamental tree
- Pot Size: 3L
- Current Plant Size: 30-40cm
Luma apiculata - Characteristics
- Evergreen glossy leaves with aromatic scent when crushed
- Attractive white, fragrant flowers in summer
- Followed by purple-black berries in autumn
- Distinctive smooth cinnamon-coloured bark that peels with age
- Habit: Bushy small tree or large shrub
- Hardiness: RHS H4 – hardy throughout Ireland in most sites
- Adaptable to a wide range of well-drained soils in sun or partial shade
- Low maintenance once established
Luma apiculata - Uses
- Feature or specimen tree in garden borders and lawns
- Architectural evergreen for patios and courtyards
- Informal or formal hedging and screening
- Attractive wildlife plant providing nectar and berries
- Beautiful contrast with lighter foliage and colourful bark
Luma apiculata - Planting & Aftercare
- Plant in full sun to partial shade for best foliage and flowering
- Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
- Water regularly during establishment
- Mulch base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds
- Prune lightly to maintain shape and remove dead wood
- Feed in spring with balanced tree/shrub fertiliser
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