{"product_id":"luma-chilean-myrtle-berry","title":"Luma (Chilean Myrtle Berry)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLuma apiculata\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn unusual evergreen tree f\u003cspan\u003erom central and Southern Chile and Argentina, growing \u003c\/span\u003eto 15' or more in frost-free areas, or dense shrub to 3' x 2' if it dies back to the ground each winter, with evergreen leaves like a boxwood. The bark turns orange like madrone and peels off to reveal white to pink new bark. Fragrant, clear white flowers with multiple white stamens appear generously in mid-summer to fall and are loved by bees, followed in fall by round, dark purple\/black, 1\/2 inch fruit with soft, translucent flesh, and an aromatic, juicy, sweet flavor and resinous finish. They are eaten fresh and also make a great cheese cake topping! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant two to assure pollination. Favors cool sun to part shade and acidic, well-drained soil high in organic matter. Does not tolerate cold and\/or drying winds, nor wet feet. Drought tolerant once established, but does not enjoy hot temperatures. Great for pot culture due to its slow growth. Resistant to mosts pests and diseases!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCold Hardy to USDA Zone: 8\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height: 15'x 8', or 3' x 2' when subject to yearly frosts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun: Full Sun\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRipening Time: September\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePollination: 2 Required for Pollination\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead our \u003cstrong\u003eSubtropicals Growing Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon Pot","offer_id":48648763080859,"sku":"CMFPB 1713695159","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Quart Pot","offer_id":48648763113627,"sku":"CMFPB 1713695159-2","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/2248\/7963\/files\/luma-_1.jpg?v=1779963133","url":"https:\/\/groworganic-us.com\/products\/luma-chilean-myrtle-berry","provider":"Grow Organic Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}