Spanish Stopper vs. Surinam Cherry
Plant
Spanish Stopper
Spanish Stopper Leaf
Spanish Stopper (Eugenia foetida)

Other Names: Box Leaf Stopper

height height 10-15 ft., max - 20 ft.
light light Tolerant to most conditions except dense shade
soil soil Tolerant to most soil types and conditions
water water Minimal

Use: Hedge, Screen, Small yard tree

Bonus: Spanish Stopper is an incredibly low maintenance, drought tolerant tree whose black fruits are a favorite of birds in the summer and fall. Stoppers are a staple part of many South Florida's natural ecosystems.

Bonus!
Instead of
Surinam Cherry
Surinam Cherry Leaf
Surinam Cherry (Eugenia uniflora)

Other Names: Brazilian Cherry, Cayenne Cherry, Cherry Bush

height height 4-20 ft., max - 30+ ft.

Use in landscape: Hedge, Screen

Why not Surinam Cherry?

Surinam Cherry readily invades native habitats and poses a major problem for natural areas managers in South Florida. Wildlife readily spread its seeds, so Surinam Cherry is classified as a Category 1 highly invasive species known to damage the ecology of native plant communities. Additionally, Surinam Cherry will grow out of control if not regularly maintained.


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