{"product_id":"luma-chilean-myrtle-berry","title":"Luma (Chilean Myrtle Berry)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLuma apiculata\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn unusual evergreen tree f\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003erom central and Southern Chile and Argentina, Chilean Myrtle Berry, also simply known as Luma, grows \u003c\/span\u003eto 15' or more in frost-free areas, or dense shrub to 3' x 2' if it dies back to the ground each winter, with evergreen leaves like a boxwood. The bark turns orange like madrone and peels off to reveal white to pink new bark. Fragrant, clear white flowers with multiple white stamens appear generously in mid-summer to fall and are loved by bees, followed in fall by round, dark purple\/black, 1\/2 inch fruit with soft, translucent flesh, and an aromatic, juicy, sweet flavor and resinous finish. They are eaten fresh and also make a great cheese cake topping! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant two to assure pollination. Favors cool sun to part shade and acidic, well-drained soil high in organic matter. Does not tolerate cold and\/or drying winds, nor wet feet. Drought tolerant once established, but does not enjoy hot temperatures. Great for pot culture due to its slow growth. Resistant to mosts pests and diseases!\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCold Hardy to USDA Zone: 8\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height: 15'x 8', or 3' x 2' when subject to yearly frosts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun: Full Sun\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRipening Time: September\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePollination: 2 Required for Pollination\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead our \u003cstrong\u003eSubtropicals Growing Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Raintree Prop","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon Pot","offer_id":50439261782083,"sku":"aqt1790046444506","price":22.04,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Quart Pot","offer_id":50439261814851,"sku":"beu1790046444507","price":23.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/8020\/2819\/files\/luma-chilean-myrtle-berry_1.jpg?v=1790046452","url":"https:\/\/petgates.shop\/products\/luma-chilean-myrtle-berry","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}