Ternstroemia gymnanthera |
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Glossy Ternstroemia |
Description
This elegant evergreen shrub of medium height with dark green to bronze leaves is highly valued for its glossy, polished appearance. For proper growth, the plant should receive shade.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Bronze, Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate, Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Meadow, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fragrance
Seasonal Interest
Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Foundation, Patio, Swimming Pool, Walkways
Special Uses
Container, Filler, Hedge
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.