Spanish Stopper

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Spanish Stopper Botanical Name: Eugenia foetida Description (growth habits, light requirements & care): A small, evergreen tree or shrub growing 6-10 feet tall. Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained, moist soils. How you can help by planting this: Provides food and shelter for wildlife, particularly birds, with its fruits. Its dense foliage also offers shelter for smaller wildlife. Flower and Fruit (color, characteristics, season): Small white flowers bloom in spring, followed by round, green fruits that ripen to purple in summer. Pairs well with: Swamp Milkweed, Florida Fiddlewood, and Saw Palmetto for a wildlife-friendly garden with a range of textures and colors. Show more