This interesting semi-deciduous shrub is from South Africa. The arching branches twist and turn downwards, and are lined with dense clusters of dark green leaves. Pale lilac flowers appears in late spring and early summer on separately sexed trees. Female plants produce small, round orange to red fruit that turn to black as they ripen. Fruit is edible but not palatable to humans. Birds, however, find them very tasty.
Ehretia rigida (Puzzle Bush)
Ehretia rigida
Puzzle Bush
This interesting semi-deciduous shrub is from South Africa. The arching branches twist and turn downwards, and are lined with dense clusters of dark green leaves. Pale lilac flowers appears in late spring and early summer on separately sexed trees. Female plants produce small, round orange to red fruit that turn to black as they ripen. Fruit is edible but not palatable to humans. Birds, however, find them very tasty.
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 9 (20° F) |
| Flower Color | White |
| Flower Season | Late Spring, Summer |
| Growth Rate | Moderate, Slow |
| Height | 6' - 12' (ft) |
| Spread | 6' - 12' (ft) |
| Spacing | 12' (ft) |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Fruit & Berries, Showy |
| Attracts | Bees, Birds |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Image by: MSWN
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