Introduce a touch of year-round charm to your garden with Quailberry (Crossopetalum ilicifolium), a small yet captivating perennial shrub. Growing to a compact size of 1–2 feet tall and 1–3 feet wide, this plant delights with its showy white flowers and vibrant red fruit that persist all year. Perfect as a groundcover for garden beds or mass-planted alongside other low-growing plants in rock gardens, Quailberry’s unique foliage adds interest and texture to any landscape.
Thriving in full sun to part shade, this resilient shrub requires well-drained limerock or sandy soils with a high, calcareous pH. Its fruits serve as an irresistible attraction for birds, including quail, giving the plant its distinctive name and ecological importance. Whether enhancing garden aesthetics or supporting wildlife habitats, Quailberry is a delightful and versatile addition to sunny spaces.
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