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Posted 03/23/2023 in Shrub

Ruscus aculeatus 'Wheeler's Variety'

An indispensable evergreen deer-proof shrub for shade. The ornamental feature on this are the large red berries which sit squarely on the middle of the "leaves". This is a self-fertile form so it will always bear fruit and it will get to 4' in 10 years.

Post Details

Latin Name
Ruscus aculeatus 'Wheeler's Variety'
Common Name
Butcher's Broom
Planting Zone
Zone 7 Zone 8 Zone 9
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
4-5 ft
Spread
3-5 ft
Suggested Uses
Hedge Woodland Gardens
Potential Pests
No serious problems

Plant Story

An indispensable evergreen deer-proof shrub for shade. The ornamental feature on this are the large red berries which sit squarely on the middle of the "leaves". This is a self-fertile form so it will always bear fruit and it will get to 4' in 10 years.

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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