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Posted 04/18/2023 in Shrub

Ruscus aculeatus

Forms a clump composed of spiny, dark evergreen foliage held rigidly along the 54" tall, upright green stems. The clump is adorned by bright red berries in early fall and winter.

Post Details

Latin Name
Ruscus aculeatus
Common Name
Butcher's Broom
Planting Zone
Zone 7 Zone 8 Zone 9
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
2-3 ft
Spread
2-3 ft
Suggested Uses
Hedge Woodland Gardens
Potential Pests
No serious problems

Plant Story

Forms a clump composed of spiny, dark evergreen foliage held rigidly along the 54" tall, upright green stems. The clump is adorned by bright red berries in early fall and winter.

Special Care Instructions

Dioecious (separate male and female plan), Cut out dead stems at the base in the spring. Avoid wet 

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