Elevate your landscape with Horizontal Indigo Berry (Randia aculeata) a versatile and wildlife-friendly shrub. This long-lived evergreen shrub that stands out for its year-round beauty and functionality. Growing between 3-10 feet tall and 3-6 feet wide, this versatile shrub features shiny, dense foliage, showy white flowers, and striking white berries with indigo pulp that attract birds.
Ideal for shrub borders or as a foundation plant, the White Indigo Berry tolerates shearing and thrives in full sun or part shade. Its resilience to varying moisture levels, from occasional inundation to very dry periods, makes it perfect for diverse Florida landscapes. Be careful when handling this shrub as this plant contains spines at the bases of leaves.
Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this shrub supports local ecosystems as a nectar plant for Schaus' Swallowtail butterflies and a larval host for Tantalus Sphinx moths. Its dense branching also provides excellent cover for wildlife, making it a meaningful addition to your outdoor spaces. Add the White Indigo Berry to your garden today for a blend of beauty, functionality, and environmental impact!
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