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Luma apiculata
CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION
Lovely evergreen small tree with cinnamon coloured bark which peels off exposing a beautiful cream-coloured inner surface. Small oval dark green leaves. White flowers in summer and early Autumn. These are followed by sweet red and black fruits. Lovely as a small speciemen tree or for hedging. Hardy, though avoid very dry sites.
Luma
Species
apiculata
Cultivar
Myrtle
Myrtaceae
South America
DETAILS
4 m
1 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Evergreen
Grows in most soil types
Avoid dry soils
Grows in exposed or coastal sites. / Grows in sun or semi-shade / Will tolerate very hard frosts.
Immaculate / Magnificent / Nourishment / Sanctuary / Texture / Whimsical
Trees
Small 4.5 to 9 metres.
We have this currently available in a PB 28 container.
Ask for it at your retailer.
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