Phillyrea angustifolia Plants finely toothed leaves turn brilliant

finely toothed leaves turn brilliant red accompanied by purple seed pods

White flowers are borne in upright panicles in mid-summer

dense hedge

neutral to acidic soil in dappled shade away from drying winds

Decorating the plant from October to December

Phillyrea angustifolia Plants finely toothed leaves turn brilliantRelated to olive, this evergreen Mediterranean native develops into a dense, broadly round shrub reaching 3m. The privet like leaves are narrow and glossy dark green. Small, scented, cream coloured flowers from late spring to early summer are followed by purplish black fruit. Needs light, well drained soil. Excellent for coastal sites. H5