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Shiny Xylosma

Xylosma Congestum

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Overview

The Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma congestum) is an adaptable evergreen, distinguished by its glossy, lance-shaped leaves and dense, rounded growth habit. This shrub can reach 10-12 feet in height and 6-8 feet wide. Its subtly fragrant, inconspicuous flowers bloom in spring, sometimes followed by purple berries. Ideal for hedges or screens, it thrives in full sun to part shade and requires moderate watering once established, enduring a range of soil types.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 8–10Type ShrubClimate Mediterranean
Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — adding to the ecological value of your garden
Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — For optimal health and formShiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — The Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma congestum) is an adaptable evergreen; this shrub can reach 10-12 feet in height and 6-8 feet wideShiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — it requires moderate wateringShiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — evergreen shrub notable for its lustrous foliage and adaptive growth habits; bright green upon emergenceShiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — the Shiny Xylosma provides year-round interest with minimal maintenanceShiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — This shrub can reach 10-12 feet in height and 6-8 feet wide+52

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
8–10

Shape & size

Mature height
10–12 Ft.
Mature width
10–12 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Salicaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — adding to the ecological value of your garden
Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — For optimal health and form
Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — The Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma congestum) is an adaptable evergreen; this shrub can reach 10-12 feet in height and 6-8 feet wide
Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — it requires moderate watering
Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — evergreen shrub notable for its lustrous foliage and adaptive growth habits; bright green upon emergence
Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — the Shiny Xylosma provides year-round interest with minimal maintenance
Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — This shrub can reach 10-12 feet in height and 6-8 feet wide
Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — lance-shaped leaves and dense
Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — shrub for full or half
Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — lending a medium-textured look to the shrub's overall appearance.<br><br>While inconspicuous in bloom
Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — Ideal for hedges or screens; this resilient plant can reach a mature height of 10 to 12 feet
Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — This resilient plant can reach a mature height of 10 to 12 feet
Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — evergreen shrub notable for its lustrous foliage and adaptive growth habits
Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — and the berries that follow may attract birds
Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — displaying a preference for well-drained soil
Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — particularly during prolonged dry spells.<br><br>Whether used as an impenetrable privacy hedge
Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — The Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma congestum) is an adaptable evergreen
Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — enduring a range of soil types
Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — also known scientifically as Xylosma congestum
Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — it thrives in full sun to part shade and requires moderate watering once established
Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — distinguished by its glossy
Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — making it a versatile addition to any landscape design
Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — This resilient plant can reach a mature height of 10 to 12 feet; shrub for full or half
Shiny Xylosma (Xylosma Congestum) — also known scientifically as Xylosma congestum; ideal for hedges or screens
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