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Monterey Bay Brush Cherry
Eugenia myrtifolia 'Monterey Bay'
Pronunciation: yew-JEEN-ia mer-tif-FOL-ee-a
SKU #03342
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Reaches 15 to 20 ft. tall, 8 to 10 ft. wide, in natural form.
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| Description | A bold, lush appearance from a full-branching, richly colored, tall evergreen shrub. New growth remains reddish bronze over a long season. Creamy white brush-like flowers are followed by rose-purple fruit. Ideal for formal hedges and topiary, or planted in groups to create a dense, natural screen. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Showy Fruit |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Suitable for Topiary |
| Design Ideas | This shrub is almost always sheared into a formal shape but if allowed to grow natural it makes a huge, bushy barrier. Beware of the purple berries which attract birds and may stain paving. Makes a very rich-colored, high-density screening between neighbors or to disguise tall fences. |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Loropetalum (Loropetalum); Bottlebrush (Callistemon); African Daisy (Osteospermum); Rose (Rosa); Creeping Fig (Ficus pumila) |
| Care Instructions | Prefers slightly acidic, well-drained soils, rich in organic matter. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Prune only as needed to maintain desired shape; as a topiary, prune regularly to maintain form. |
Details
| Description | A bold, lush appearance from a full-branching, richly colored, tall evergreen shrub. New growth remains reddish bronze over a long season. Creamy white brush-like flowers are followed by rose-purple fruit. Ideal for formal hedges and topiary, or planted in groups to create a dense, natural screen. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Showy Fruit |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Suitable for Topiary |
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| Design Ideas | This shrub is almost always sheared into a formal shape but if allowed to grow natural it makes a huge, bushy barrier. Beware of the purple berries which attract birds and may stain paving. Makes a very rich-colored, high-density screening between neighbors or to disguise tall fences. |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Loropetalum (Loropetalum); Bottlebrush (Callistemon); African Daisy (Osteospermum); Rose (Rosa); Creeping Fig (Ficus pumila) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Prefers slightly acidic, well-drained soils, rich in organic matter. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Prune only as needed to maintain desired shape; as a topiary, prune regularly to maintain form. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Monterey Bay Brush Cherry produce flowers?
Spring
Is Monterey Bay Brush Cherry evergreen or deciduous?
Monterey Bay Brush Cherry is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Monterey Bay Brush Cherry?
Monterey Bay Brush Cherry is Easy Care, Showy Fruit.
How fast does Monterey Bay Brush Cherry grow?
Monterey Bay Brush Cherry has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Monterey Bay Brush Cherry?
Monterey Bay Brush Cherry grows in an Rounded habit.
Where can I use Monterey Bay Brush Cherry in my landscape?
Monterey Bay Brush Cherry is suitable for: Border, Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Suitable for Topiary.
How can I use Monterey Bay Brush Cherry in my garden design?
This shrub is almost always sheared into a formal shape but if allowed to grow natural it makes a huge, bushy barrier. Beware of the purple berries which attract birds and may stain paving. Makes a very rich-colored, high-density screening between neighbors or to disguise tall fences.
What color are Monterey Bay Brush Cherry flowers?
Monterey Bay Brush Cherry produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Monterey Bay Brush Cherry?
Monterey Bay Brush Cherry has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Monterey Bay Brush Cherry?
Good companion plants for Monterey Bay Brush Cherry include: Loropetalum (Loropetalum); Bottlebrush (Callistemon); African Daisy (Osteospermum); Rose (Rosa); Creeping Fig (Ficus pumila).
How do I care for Monterey Bay Brush Cherry?
Prefers slightly acidic, well-drained soils, rich in organic matter. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Prune only as needed to maintain desired shape; as a topiary, prune regularly to maintain form.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.