Chilean blueberry

These are replacements for non-surviving Camellia and an ugly Chrysanthemum that wildly outgrew the planting area. Those were mistakes. These should have a totally different growth habit such that I could prune them to shape. The ultimate height will also be nice because neighbor removed their healthy Magnolia tree, which was an excellent visual screen. Hopefully these will grow fast.


Luma apiculata

An evergreen shrub; fast growth to 8-12 feet in height with an equal spread; larger with age. Dense, upright, twisted branching habit. White to pinkish 1/2 inch flowers in summer followed by purple-black 1/2 inch fruit. Purple-red new growth ages to dark green. Older bark peels exposing smooth, cinnamon brown coloration. Plant in full sun to light shade. Best in average to well drained soils. Best appearance and quickest growth when given summer water. An excellent substitution for Eugenia.

From East Bay Nursery @ $30 each.