Ardisia Crenata - Christmas Berry
Christmas Berry (Ardisia Crenata)
Note* This is a matured plant, they are nearly 3 years old and ready to flower. Some already covered with berries!
The most beautiful berries you would ever seen. Very prolific with beautiful bright red berries almost all year round, and produces even brighter color berries around the Christmas time.
Very hardy plant, only need watering once a week. Plant is extremely reliable producer and require low to no maintenance at all. Make perfect gift for Christmas for moms and friends who know how to appreciate this beautiful Christmas Berry plants.
They can grow in a pot forever, and lives indoor and outdoor. In Auckland we have a large plant in a pot for years and it never failed to produce beautiful berries, the plant grows well outdoor around spring to summer. And semi covered on the porch around winter.
This is definitely a must buy plant especially for this upcoming Christmas, and have them next to your other Christmas decorations and it would really stand out!
Will grow up to 1m in height and 0.5m in width. The ultimate height will take between 5 - 8 years to achieve when grown indoors.
Disclaimer: Note that this is an ornamental berry plants and not for human or animal consumption. If swallow in large amount it becomes toxic and may cause you harm.
Plant Care
- Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained, rich in organic matter soil with a slightly acidic pH.
- Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in the winter.
- Temperature: Ideal in temperatures between 15°C to 25°C. Protect from temperatures below 5°C.
- Light: Thrives in partial shade; too much direct sunlight can scorch the leaves.
- Fertilising: Use a balanced NPK fertilizer like 10-10-10 every two months during the growing season.
- Pruning: Prune lightly to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead or diseased foliage.
- Mulching: Apply a layer of organic mulch to help retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.
- Pest Control: Look out for common pests such as scale and aphids. Treat with appropriate insecticides as needed.
- Flowering and Fruiting: Produces clusters of pink flowers followed by bright red berries that are attractive but toxic if ingested.
- Potting: Suitable for container growing. Choose a pot with good drainage and room for root growth.
- Feeding Regime: Moderate feeding during the growing season promotes lush foliage and supports flowering and fruiting.
We ship our plants and garden supplies throughout New Zealand. Due to the increased costs of shipping and packaging, we now apply a minimal delivery charge. After offering free shipping for three consecutive years, we find it necessary to adjust this policy to align with current market conditions. However, we have lowered our prices to help offset this change.
Please note, we do not ship plants or garden supplies internationally from New Zealand. We do export plants and tissue culture materials from our overseas nursery, which requires a minimum order. Please contact us at hello@exoticanz.com to discuss your specific requirements.
Shipping (per plant)
Auckland & Northland: $20
Rest of North Island: $25
South Island: $35
Rural Address: Additional $5
Shipping Garden Supplies
Auckland & Northland: $10
Rest of North Island: $15
South Island: $20
Rural Address: Additional $5
Delivery
- Our plants are available for shipment throughout the year, depending on stock levels. Typical delivery times range from 5 to 7 business days, although they can take up to 10 business days depending on the destination.
- We take extra care in packaging; most of our plants are secured in bespoke inserts and shipped in individual boxes to ensure they arrive undamaged.
- Deliveries are scheduled once a week, typically on Monday. If you place your order over the weekend, we aim to dispatch your plants on the following Monday. This scheduling allows our team to prepare your order thoroughly and ensures the courier has sufficient time to deliver your plants safely, avoiding any unnecessary delays over the weekend.
- All orders are shipped via courier track and trace service (not signature required)
- We cannot deliver to PO Box addresses.
- If you have a rural address, please contact us beforehand to discuss the best delivery options and avoid any potential issues.
Additional Delivery Information
- We dispatch our plants year-round, as most are shipped with soil. During the winter months, we closely monitor weather conditions and may temporarily delay shipments if the weather is particularly severe. Our packing process includes adding insulation when necessary to protect the plants against temperature extremes.
- In summer, we ensure that plants are thoroughly watered before they leave our nursery. Occasionally, we may need to ship plants bare-rooted, particularly when they cannot be comfortably re-potted into smaller packaging for shipping. We will always discuss this with you in advance if your plant needs to be shipped in this manner.
- It's important to note that shipping can be a stressful experience for plants, often due to spending several days in a dark, confined space. While most plants withstand this with little to no stress, some may experience leaf drop. However, they generally recover quickly with some additional care, including proper watering and gradual reintroduction to light after arrival.
