Shiny Xylosma

Shiny Xylosma

5 Gallon
$49.00
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Shiny Xylosma

Xylosma congestum

Glossy Bronze-Red New Growth • Tough, Dense Evergreen Shrub • Ideal for Low-Maintenance Hedges

$49.00
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We specialize in plants grown and delivered in their original pots and soil.
Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

For local plant professionals, we’re always glad to connect and explore ways to support your customers.

Shiny Xylosma is a resilient and versatile evergreen shrub prized for its glossy, bronzy-red new growth that matures to a bright, shiny green. Its dense, upright habit and incredible tolerance for heat, drought, wind, and poor soil make it an outstanding, low-maintenance choice for tough hedges, screens, or foundation plantings in full sun to part shade.

  • Valued for its attractive, glossy foliage that emerges with a bronze or reddish tint before turning a vibrant, shiny green, providing year-round visual interest.

  • Naturally grows into a dense, upright, and rounded shrub that can be easily pruned into formal hedges, topiaries, or left in its natural form for screening.

  • Exceptionally tough and adaptable; thrives in full sun or shade, tolerates heat, drought, wind, salt spray, and a wide range of soils with excellent drainage.

  • Fast-growing, providing quick coverage. Virtually pest-free and requires minimal care once established—an ideal “plant it and forget it” shrub for difficult sites.

  • Note: The species form (Xylosma congestum) can have sharp thorns on older wood. The more commonly sold ‘Compacta’ cultivar is thornless.

Knowing how we measure the size?

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

  • A larger gallon size generally means:

    • A more established root system

    • A sturdier plant

    • Faster visual impact after planting

  • Example:

    • 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity

    • 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.


🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Ornamental trees

    • Feature plants

    • Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.

  • Why choose Multi:

    • Fuller, more sculptural appearance

    • Strong visual presence even at younger ages

    • Popular for design-focused landscapes


🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Shade trees

    • Street trees

    • Orchard and structural plantings

  • Why choose Stand:

    • Clean, classic tree form

    • Easier clearance for walkways and lawns

    • Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity


🌿 Choosing the Right Size

  • If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form

  • If you want long-term structure → Stand form

  • If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Quick facts
  • Features:Foliage: Broad-ovate, abruptly pointed, thin leathery leaves; emerging bronze-red, maturing to glossy yellow-green.Flowers: Very small, inconspicuous yellow-green clusters in leaf axils.Fruit: Spherical berries maturing to black.Habit: Upright, rounded evergreen shrub with attractive brown-gray bark
  • Mature Height: 12-15 ft
  • Mature Width: 12-15 ft
  • Growth Rate: Fast
  • Light Needs: Full sun to partial shade
  • Key Advantages:ery low maintenance.Drought, heat, and salt tolerant (adapts to coastal conditions).Responds well to pruning and shaping.Pest and disease resistant.Suitable for bonsai cultivation
  • Landscape Uses:Privacy screens and hedges.Topiary and formal gardens.Coastal and seaside plantings.Bonsai and container specimens.Windbreaks in mild climates
FAQs

Q: Is it thorny?
A: The straight species (Xylosma congestum) can develop stout thorns. However, the most widely available and recommended cultivar, ‘Compacta’ (Compact Shiny Xylosma), is completely thornless and has a more manageable size.

Q: How often should I water it?
A: Once established, it is highly drought-tolerant. Water deeply but infrequently (every 2-4 weeks in summer) to encourage a deep root system. Overwatering in poor drainage can cause problems.

Browse online or get recommendations

Shop by collection, or message us with photos and measurements of your space for tailored suggestions.

Place your order & schedule delivery

Choose your trees and preferred delivery window. Most Bay Area orders are delivered within about 10 business days, depending on routing and weather.

We deliver carefully to your property

Our drivers are trained to handle living plants, not just boxes. For many trees, we can set them in place near the planting site.

Grow with our ongoing support

You’ll receive basic care guidelines, and you can always reach out if you’re unsure about watering, fertilizing, or pruning.

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