National Plant Network's grower approved selections take the guesswork out of gardening! Brimming with serrated, dark, leathery green leaves, the Acuba Green offers a dash of tropical flair to a lackluster landscape. Don't let its looks fool you though; this cultivar is a super-hardy evergreen that produces bright red berries from fall until the following spring, followed by small, plum-colored flowers that will last until fall. They are deer, disease, drought, dry soil, heat, heavy shade, and insect-resistant. Little pruning is needed, so you can expect the Acuba to be pretty low-maintenance. Provide a well-draining soil and full to part shade for optimal results. Plant in shade gardens, rock gardens, use as a hedge for privacy in shaded areas, or add it to your favorite container!
Offer contains (1) Acuba Green in a 3 gallon grower container
Mature size 6-10' tall and 4-5' wide; can reach 15' in some conditions
Best grown in USDA hardiness zones 7-10
Performs best in dappled sunlight, deep shade, and partial shade
Produces small, plum colored flowers in the spring, and bright, ornamental red berries from fall to spring
Can be used in shade gardens, winter gardens, as a hedge for privacy, in containers, or near foundations around homes or buildings
Best suited for a well-draining soil with high organic matter, loamy clay, or sand
This plant is considered toxic to humans and pets if ingested
This product ships year round, please be mindful of active weather when placing orders to avoid temperature related damage