SIMPSON’S STOPPER

Myrcianthes fragrans

Variable; from 6 to 20 feet

Moderate to slow rate of growth

Full sun to shade; blooms best and is more compact in full sun

Excellent salt and drought tolerance

Highly ornamental, densely-branched shrub with

small, evergreen leaves that are deep red when young.

Small, fragrant, white flowers are followed by bright orange berries.

Tolerates pruning for privacy or hedge.

Excellent habitat for wildlife.

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