Grewia occidentalis | Mauve Star | Crossberry Hydrangeas Fabulous for cutting so is

Fabulous for cutting so is a perfect choice for the cutting garden as lasts well in a vase and floral work

A native of Japan this beautiful grass forms attractive loose mounds of arching graceful leaves that ripple and rustle in the slightest breeze

as well as being a flower arrangers dream flower given the mosaic of colours in one flower as well as their longevity in a vase

cottage garden and a non-negotiable choice for a naturalistic or wildflower garden

The shades of this lovely variety are varied and can be a mix of plummy shades and some may even be white

Grewia occidentalis | Mauve Star | Crossberry Hydrangeas Fabulous for cutting so isGrewia is lovely large, mostly evergreen shrub, which grows to 3m tall and 2m wide. It's mauve, star shaped flowers appear in summer, followed by distinctive berries (from where it gets its common name "Crossberry". These shiny reddish brown fruits stay on the tree through winter and are loved by fruit eating birds. The leaves are shiny, deep green and sometimes slightly hairy. Grewia occidentalis grows naturally across south eastern Africa. It