- Dense, glossy evergreen foliage provides year-round structure and colour, making it a classic choice for formal gardens and low-maintenance landscaping
- Slow-growing, compact habit allows for precise shaping, ideal for hedges, topiary, and edged borders in UK gardens
- Highly tolerant of pruning, making it perfect for structured planting schemes and carefully maintained garden designs
- Versatile in both contemporary and traditional garden styles, working equally well in mixed borders, patio containers, or as a standalone focal point
- Supports garden biodiversity by offering shelter to small wildlife throughout the year
- Hardy and reliable, suitable for beginner and experienced UK gardeners seeking long-lasting evergreen structure
What you need to know:
- Height: Up to 3m (can be maintained smaller with pruning)
- Spread: Up to 3m
- Soil type: Well-drained, fertile soil; tolerates a range of soils including clay and chalk
- Flower colour: Small, greenish-yellow (insignificant)
- Sun level: Full sun to partial shade
- Position: Hedges, borders, containers, formal gardens, and structured planting schemes
- Flowering month: May to June
