About This Product
Botanical Name: Eugenia myrtifolia, Syzygium paniculatum
Common Name: Australian Brush Cherry
A large evergreen shrub or tree that forms a dense, rounded screen. Takes well to shearing. Good for hedges or topiaries. Deep green leaves are glossy, oblong, and emerge reddish. Creamy white flowers are followed by red, edible fruit that tastes best when processed, rather than raw.
USDA Zone: Zones 9 - 11
Sunset Zone: Zones 16, 17, 20 - 24; H1, H2
Mature Height: 30 - 60 feet
Mature Width: 10 - 20 feet
Light Needs: Full Sun
Water Needs: Moderate, Regular