This medium-sized, evergreen shrub is sometimes thorny, densely foliated and sometimes more open and treelike. There are different forms available in the trade; the upright form typically reaches 5-10 feet in height and is often appropriate for narrow spaces. This species is always great for a mixed shrub border, is tolerant of a wide range of growing conditions and is easy to prune due to its slow growth rate. It gets its name from the the berry that is white on the outside while inside, the pulp is deep indigo colored. Fun fact: White Indigoberry is the host plant for the Tantalus Sphinx moth. You can find a lot of good information on using White Indigoberry in Florida’s Best Native Landscape Plants, 200 Readily Available Species for Homeowners and Professionals, by Gil Nelson. Available from FANN or wherever you get your books.

Photo by Jerry Oldenettel CC X NC SA 2.0

Photo by Jerry Oldenettel CC X NC SA 2.0