This versatile evergreen shrub or small tree is a dual-purpose favourite, serving as both an ornamental feature and a culinary essential. The leathery, aromatic leaves can be harvested fresh year-round to flavour stews, soups, and sauces. In spring, it produces clusters of small, greenish-yellow flowers, which are followed by glossy black berries on female plants. It is highly tolerant of pruning, making it the top choice for formal topiary shapes, such as standards (lollipops), pyramids, or balls, in pots flanking a doorway.
For a classic kitchen garden feel, plant it alongside other Mediterranean herbs like Rosemary, Thyme, and Sage. While hardy in many areas, it appreciates a sheltered spot away from cold, drying winds. To ensure the plant establishes a strong root system, we recommend using Rootgrow when planting. To support strong structural growth and healthy foliage production, apply Levington Fish, Blood & Bone in early spring.
- Article number20317
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EAN code3990342203177
- Maximum Width (cm)100
- Maximum Height (cm)300
- HardinessFully Hardy
- Fragrant FlowersNo
- EvergreenEvergreen
- Sun RequiredFull Sun, Light Shade
- Ideal Soil TypeLoam, Sand, Clay, Chalk
- Soil MoistureMoist
- Leaf ColourGreen
- Ideal PositionEast, South, West, North
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