UGNI molinae
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UGNI molinae
Commonly known as Chilean guava, Murtillo
(Myrtus ugni) - white flowers followed by delicious wine-red edible fruits
£16.50 each
MULTIBUY SAVING
Any 3+ for £14.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Good to know
Became the favourite fruit of Queen Victoria. Attractive to insects. Exceptionally can grow to 3m (10ft) -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Chile, western Argentina. Introduced into England in 1844 by Cornish plant hunter William Lobb -
Evergreenglossy, dark-green leaves to 3.5cm (1½in) long.
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White
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BorderSuitable for a sheltered border
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Coastal / windsweptSlightly back from the sea with more shelter
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Cottage garden
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Patio / pot plants
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Suitable for small gardens
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Town garden
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Fully hardyBorderline
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Entire
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Elliptic
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Ovate
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Height
1.5m (5ft) -
Spread
1m (39in)
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FruitPlants which produce an edible or ornamental fruit
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightUpright shrub. Nodding flowers to 1cm (½in) across, sometimes tinged pink, are produced singly from the leaf axils, followed by aromatic berries 1cm (½in) across.
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Zero Rated ItemNo VAT on this plant
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)Borderline -
Scented flowers
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilBenefits from a winter mulch
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Full sun
shelter from cold winds in frosty areas. -
Partial shade
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Bee friendly
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Mature Size1.5m (5ft)
1m (39in)
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