Ardisia 'Red'

Botanical Name:

Ardisia crenata

Common Names:

Red Ardisia, Coral Berry, Christmas Berry

Description:

This festive little show-off brings the holiday spirit all year long. Red Ardisia is an evergreen shrub with glossy, deep-green leaves and clusters of bright red berries that hang on through winter like they’re refusing to leave the party. Its compact shape and cheery color make it a stunning accent for shelves, mantels, and anywhere that needs a pop of “oh hello, gorgeous.”

Lighting:

Indirect view of the sky — bright but not blazing. Think “winter sunshine through a window,” not “front-row at a summer concert.”

Watering:

Allow the soil to dry 25–50% before watering again. Keep the soil evenly moist but never soggy. This plant likes a rhythm… it’s very “water me, but like, don’t get weird about it.”

Pet Safety:

Not pet-friendly (no 🐾) — the berries look like candy, but they are NOT snack-time approved for pets or kiddos.

Fleurish Tip:

Red Ardisia can produce new berries if it’s living its best life. Give it a stable spot, avoid cold drafts, and turn it a quarter-turn every few weeks to keep it growing evenly and photogenic — because who doesn’t want a symmetrical queen?