Chirimen marlberry
Ardisia japonica 'Chirimen'
USDA zones8 to 10
SunHandles partial sun or full shade
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Spreading
- Bloom season
- Summer
Garden uses
Notes
'Chirimen' marlberry (Ardisia japonica 'Chirimen') is an evergreen shrub for ground cover, shade gardens, and winter interest. It is hardy to USDA zone 8, or down to 10°F (-12°C). This plant likes part sun to full shade and average to moist soil. It spreads at a moderate pace and fills shady spots with low, leafy growth. It blooms from early to late summer. Deer rarely make it their first choice.
Pairs well with Lenten rose, Azalea, Mondo grass, and Sedge.