Growing Conditions & Care:
- Appearance: Small, glossy green leaves on a dense, rounded shrub. Can develop bronze tones in extreme cold.
- Uses: Perfect for topiary balls,, border hedging, and formal potted features.
- Size: Generally grows to 0.5m-1m high and wide, but easily kept smaller.
- Light: Thrives in full sun to part shade.
- Soil: Requires well-drained, fertile soil. Avoid waterlogging.
- Care: Requires regular pruning (spring/summer) to maintain the ball shape. Water regularly during establishment and in dry weather.
Uses In The Garden:
- Framing: Place a pair on either side of a front door or garden gate to make the entrance look formal and neat.
- Pathways: Line a path with a row of balls to create a clear, guided walk through the garden.
- Pots: Grow them in large pots or urns for a low-maintenance, classic look on patios or balconies.
- Filling Gaps: Tuck them into empty corners of garden beds to provide green structure all year round.
- Modern Look: Place a few of different sizes together on a bed of white pebbles for a clean, minimalist style.




