Bronze Beauty Cleyera is an evergreen shrub with stunning bronze-colored new foliage. Grown in zones 7-10, it reaches a size of 6-8 feet tall and wide.
Cleyera Japonica, also known as Japanese Cleyera or Sakaki, is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or small tree that is native to Asia. It is known for its glossy, dark green leaves and its clusters of small, white flowers. Cleyera Japonica is a popular choice for landscaping and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8 to 11.
Cleyera Japonica grows to be 10 to 20 feet tall and 6 to 10 feet wide. It has oval-shaped leaves that are 2 to 4 inches long. The leaves are glossy and dark green on the top and pale green on the bottom. The flowers are clusters of small, white petals that bloom in the spring.
Cleyera Japonica is relatively easy to care for. It prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant once established, but it should be watered regularly during the first year after planting. Cleyera Japonica is also susceptible to pests and diseases, so it is important to inspect the plant regularly and take preventive measures.
If you are looking for an evergreen shrub or small tree that is easy to care for and has attractive foliage, then Cleyera Japonica is a good option. It is a hardy plant that can thrive in a variety of conditions and it provides year-round interest in the landscape.
Here are some additional tips for caring for Cleyera Japonica:
- Fertilize the plant in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Prune the plant in the late winter or early spring to remove dead, diseased, or crossing branches.
- Protect the plant from pests and diseases by spraying it with an insecticidal soap or neem oil.
Note:ÂThe plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
Growing Zones: 4-11 outdoors
| Mature Height: | 2-3 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Mature Width: | 1-2 ft. |
| Botanical Name: | Synsepalum dulcificum |
| Growth Rate: | Slow |
| Harvest Time: | May-October |
| Year to Bear: | Can Fruit the 1st year! |
