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Dwarf Brush Cherry - Eugenia compacta
The Dwarf Brush Cherry (Eugenia myrtifolia 'Compacta') is a versatile, fine-textured evergreen shrub prized for its dense, naturally rounded growth habit. It is widely used in landscapes for formal hedging, topiary, and container gardening due to its small, glossy, emerald-green leaves that often emerge with a reddish or bronze tint.
In addition to its attractive foliage, the plant produces dainty, white "puffball" flowers followed by small magenta-to-purple berries. This cultivar is particularly popular for bonsai enthusiasts and gardeners seeking a low-maintenance, sculptural element for tight spaces or coastal gardens. It is frequently sheared into pom-poms, cones, or spiral topiary forms.
Botanical Name
Syzygium paniculatum (formerly known as Eugenia myrtifolia 'Compacta')
Also Known As
Compact Australian Brush Cherry | Scrub Cherry | Magenta Cherry | 矮生澳洲红果仔
Specifications
Plant Type
Native From
USDA Zone
Light Needs
Watering Needs
Leaves
Life Cycle
Avg. Mature Size
Growth Rate
Bloom Time
Flower Color
Shrub / Dwarf Tree
Australia
9 - 11
Partial - Full Sun
Regularly
Evergreen
Perennial
3'-5' Tall and 3'-5' Wide
Moderate
Late Spring - Summer
Creamy White
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