Euclea crispa

Blue guarri

A petite evergreen tree with a white stem and stunning blue-green or olive-green foliage.

Aloes and Trees

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Additional Information

Information	Details
Botanical Name	Euclea crispa
Common Name	Blue guarri
Also Known As	Bloughwarrie
SA Tree No	594
Tree Type	Evergreen
Attracts	Birds, Bees
Features	Shade Tree, Wind Break, Screening, Fodder Tree, Rocky Area
Flowering Season	Summer, Autumn
Focal	No
Fragrant	Yes
Frost Tolerance	Hardy
Fruiting Season	Winter, Spring, Summer
Growth Rate	Slow <500mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding	No
Origin	Indigenous
Soil pH	0 – 4, 5 – 8
Root System	Not Aggressive
Soil Type	Sandy, Loam
Suitable Garden Size	Small, Medium, Large
Suitable Planting Area	Semi-Shade

Aloes & Trees Pricing

Size	Price	Height	Trunk Thickness
20L	R175-R305 *5 Min	1.0m – 1.2m	5mm – 15mm
40L	R390-R750 *2 Min	1.3m – 1.8m	12mm – 20mm
50L	R400-R950 *2 Min	1.3m – 1.9m	15mm – 25mm
100L	R895-R2350 *1 Min	1.8m – 2.5m	20mm – 30mm
250L	R2400-R3500 *1 Min	2.5m – 4.0m	30mm – 50mm
500L	R3500-R6500 *1 Min	4.0m – 7.0m	50mm – 120mm
1000L	R6500-R12500 *1 Min	6.0m – 10.0m	80mm – 120mm
E.O.G	R8500-R25000+ *1 Min	5.0m – 12.0m	Variable

Description

The ultimate tree for a bird garden as its edible black berries will attract a variety of bird species and animals. Its thick leafy crown allows for it to be used as a stunning screening plant or informal hedge.

Best to be planted in a rocky area as this will make it appear even more attractive. Known for its cullinary and medicinal values.