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Surinam Cherry

Eugenia Uniflora

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Overview

Surinam Cherry (Eugenia uniflora) is an evergreen shrub known for its lush, glossy leaves and ribbed, pumpkin-shaped fruits. It thrives in full sun to partial shade, reaching 8 to 15 feet high and wide. Ideal for hedges or screens, it requires well-drained soil. The bright red to black cherries are edible, with a unique sweet-tart flavor, and blossom in spring. Hardy to zone 9, it's also attractive to birds.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 9–11Climate Mediterranean
Surinam Cherry (Eugenia Uniflora) — Surinam Cherry (Eugenia uniflora) is an evergreen shrub known for its lush

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Mature height
15–25 Ft.

Classification

Family
Myrtaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Surinam Cherry (Eugenia Uniflora) — which can be pruned annually to maintain a desired shape and size
Surinam Cherry (Eugenia Uniflora) — It thrives in full sun to partial shade, reaching 8 to 15 feet high and wide; can reach heights of 12 to 20 feet
Surinam Cherry (Eugenia Uniflora) — Ideal for hedges or screens, it requires well-drained soil; offering versatility in design whether as a hedge
Surinam Cherry (Eugenia Uniflora) — The bright red to black cherries are edible, with a unique sweet-tart flavor, and blossom in spring; this species is also
Surinam Cherry (Eugenia Uniflora) — yellow flowers in the garden
Surinam Cherry (Eugenia Uniflora) — shrub / tree with yellow blooms
Surinam Cherry (Eugenia Uniflora) — shrub / tree for full or half
Surinam Cherry (Eugenia Uniflora) — Surinam Cherry (Eugenia uniflora) is an evergreen shrub known for its lush; the bright red to black cherries are edible
Surinam Cherry (Eugenia Uniflora) — making it a low-maintenance choice for a fruitful garden element
Surinam Cherry (Eugenia Uniflora) — this small to medium-sized evergreen shrub; it thrives in full sun to partial shade, reaching 8 to 15 feet high and wide
Surinam Cherry (Eugenia Uniflora) — or depending on conditions; this small to medium-sized evergreen shrub
Surinam Cherry (Eugenia Uniflora) — can reach heights of 12 to 20 feet; its growth habit is erect with multiple stems
Surinam Cherry (Eugenia Uniflora) — A member of the Myrtaceae family; hence care should be taken if households include small children or pets
Surinam Cherry (Eugenia Uniflora) — The Surinam Cherry, scientifically known as Eugenia uniflora, is a visually striking addition to any landscape; or
Surinam Cherry (Eugenia Uniflora) — Hardy to zone 9, it's also attractive to birds; ideal for hedges or screens, it requires well-drained soil
Surinam Cherry (Eugenia Uniflora) — pumpkin-shaped red to black cherries; which can be pruned annually to maintain a desired shape and size
Surinam Cherry (Eugenia Uniflora) — which can be pruned annually to maintain a desired shape and size; shrub / tree for full or half
Surinam Cherry (Eugenia Uniflora) — with a similar spread.<br><br>For the optimal development of the Surinam Cherry; it's essential to note that the seeds are
Surinam Cherry (Eugenia Uniflora) — planting in a location with full sun to partial shade is recommended; surinam Cherry (Eugenia uniflora) is an evergreen
Surinam Cherry (Eugenia Uniflora) — It thrives in well-draining soil with moderate moisture and appreciates a warm climate; a member of the Myrtaceae family
Surinam Cherry (Eugenia Uniflora) — being hardy in USDA zones 9 to 11, image 44
Surinam Cherry (Eugenia Uniflora) — Its growth habit is erect with multiple stems; the fruits can be eaten fresh or used in jellies and jams
Surinam Cherry (Eugenia Uniflora) — or a stand-alone ornamental specimen.<br><br>The plant's showy white flowers appear in spring; it thrives in well-draining
Surinam Cherry (Eugenia Uniflora) — offering versatility in design whether as a hedge; pumpkin-shaped red to black cherries

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