Ruscus hypoglossum - Spineless Butchers Broom pickup It is quite drought hardy

It is quite drought hardy but resents shady conditions

this conifer is a slow grower however in time it grow into a large tree up to 20m with a pyramidal habit

Acorns of this species

A stunningly graceful conifer native from northeast Afghanistan to Central Himalaya

this very hardy old variety is almost long forgotten and is quite hard to find nowadays

Ruscus hypoglossum - Spineless Butchers Broom pickup It is quite drought hardyThis is the plant if you need something for the darkest driest spot in the garden. A native to southern Europe and east to Turkey and the Crimea, it is unique in that looks like foliage is in fact modified stems that function as leaves and the tiny green and purple flowers, and then red berries are at the centre of each leaf. Is great in floral art it lasts for months in water. Performs best in full shade.