• Eugenia, or sometimes know as Syzygium paniculatum, can be kept as a hedge or small tree and will grow very upright and columnar.  Great for property lines where dense screening is needed and will make a very attractive tightly pruned hedge.  Small berries are edible but can be messy near hardscape.  Ususally, this plant is pruned regularly as a hedge and will not have a chance to produce berries.  If left unpruned, Eugenia can reach up to 50' or more.  When planting as a screening hedge, plant approximately 3-4' apart.  New growth on the plant is susceptible to a psyllid which causes curling of the leaves and a bumpy texture.  It will usually not kill the plant. USDA Zone: 8-11. 5 gallon sizes are approx 3-4' and come on stake. 15 gal sizes are approx 5',  24" box approx 7-8' tall x 18-20" wide.  Note that 25 gallon tubs may be substituted for 24" boxes.

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Foliage: Evergreen

Sun Exposure: Sun Or Shade

Water Needs: Moderate

Bloom Season: Na

Mature Height: 40-50'

Mature Width: 11-15'

Attributes: Drought Tolerant, Woodland Garden, Mediterranean & Tuscan Garden, Seacoast Tolerant, Tropical Garden, Zen Garden, Hedge Plants, Edible And Culinary

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