EUGENIA NEW PORT

Botanical Name: Syzygium paniculatum ‘Newport’
Common Names: Eugenia Newport, Brush Cherry, Australian Brush Cherry
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soils; tolerates loamy and sandy substrates
Water Needs: Moderate; tolerates short dry periods once established
Foliage: Dense, glossy green evergreen leaves with red new growth; tight, compact form
Flowers: Small white fluffy flowers, followed by edible red berries; blooms in spring and summer
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast

Uses:

Ornamental Plant:
Eugenia ‘Newport’ is valued for its neat, polished appearance and year-round foliage, making it a favorite for formal hedges, topiary, and clipped screens.

Hedging and Screening:
Its dense habit and responsiveness to shaping make it ideal for privacy hedges, sound barriers, or green walls in both residential and commercial landscapes.

Structured Accent Plant:
Perfect for use as a sculpted specimen, it adds refined structure and color contrast, especially when new foliage emerges in red tones.

Benefits:

Year-Round Foliage: Evergreen leaves provide continuous coverage and aesthetic appeal in all seasons.

Adaptable Form: Easily pruned and shaped, making it suitable for topiary, formal hedges, or natural screens.

Low Maintenance: Tolerates pruning, urban conditions, and brief drought once established.

Attracts Wildlife: Flowers attract pollinators, and fruits may appeal to birds.

Urban Friendly: Ideal for modern gardens, patios, and narrow spaces due to its compact, upright growth.

Eugenia ‘Newport’ is a lush, evergreen shrub that combines elegance and structure with practicality. Its dense foliage, easy maintenance, and sculptural versatility make it a top choice for sustainable, water-wise landscapes in Mediterranean and urban settings.