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Lyonia ligustrina

Maleberry

Plant Type:

DECIDUOUS SHRUBS

Lyonia ligustrina - Large clusters of dangling urn-shaped blueberry-like flowers in pure white occur in June. It is somewhat adaptable to sandy earth but happiest in constantly moist to wet acid soils. In an apparent oxymoron the common name is "maleberry"... Why? We haven't a clue! Dark green leathery foliage with a satin sheen turns a striking maroon-purple in autumn. Though of long-ranging nativity ours is from northern New England provenance. Site in full to part sun in constantly moist acid soil. Cutting grown.


Height:

3-4 Ft

Spread:

3-4 Ft

Colors:

White

Zone:

3 to 7
What is my hardiness zone?

Characteristics and Attributes for Lyonia ligustrina

Season of Interest (Flowering)

  • Late Spring

Season of Interest (Foliage)

  • Spring / Summer / Autumn

Autumn Interest

  • Autumn Leaf Color

Light

  • Full Sun
  • Mostly Sunny

Attributes

  • Hedgerow
  • Bog
  • Natural Garden
  • Border
  • Foundation
  • Marginal
  • Massing
  • Rock Garden
  • Shrub Border
  • Heath / Peat Garden

Growth Rate in the Garden

  • Medium

Soil

  • Acid
  • Fertile
  • Moist

Origins

  • Eastern North America

Propagated By

  • Cutting Grown