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foliage palette: grey-green
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Neomyrtus pedunculata | rōhutu
Aan attractive hardy shrub or small tree featuring small, silver-green foliage and delightful orange fruit. It has an erect, somewhat compact habit and tolerates damp soils. Due to its conspicuous flowers and colorful berries, it is a worthwhile addition to any garden. However, when not in bloom or fruit, Neomyrtus can be easily overlooked or confused with the similar-looking Lophomyrtus obcordata, with which it often grows.