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Luma apiculata - Chilean Myrtle

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Luma apiculata is more than just a tree - it's a year-round display of nature's artistry. Commonly known as the Chilean Myrtle, this South American native reaches impressive heights of 10-15 meters. Its dense crown of glossy, dark-green leaves perform a vibrant backdrop for fragrant white flowers that bloom in summer, and attract pollinators to your sanctuary. As seasons transform, you'll be captivated by a performance of color as the cinnamon-hued bark peels away to unveil a soft, cream under layer, and purple-black, edible berries emerge in the fall. The berries not only provide a pleasing contrast to the leaves but also invite a chorus of birds. This hardy evergreen is not just a feast for your eyes but also practical with moderate water usage and adaptability to full sun or part shade. Plant Luma apiculata in well-drained soil and this tree will be a resilient centerpiece in your garden, making your landscape a topic of conversation throughout the year.

  • Size: Up to 10-15 meters tall
  • Flowers: Fragrant, white flowers in summer
  • Foliage: Dense, glossy, dark-green leaves
  • Water usage: Moderate, prefers well-drained soil
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to part shade
  • Distinctive Bark: Exfoliating cinnamon-colored bark revealing a cream under layer
  • Edible Berries: Produces purple-black, edible berries in fall
  • Attract Birds: Berries serve as a food source for birds
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