Ehretia Ball Plant
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Estimated Delivery:Jul 31 - Aug 04
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Ehretia Ball Plant
🪴 Plant Care Guide
Buy the Ehretia Ball Plant (Ehretia microphylla, syn. Carmona retusa) in Dubai & UAE — a dense, fine-leaved evergreen, also known as Fukien Tea, expertly clipped into a neat ball topiary that makes a smart, sculptural accent for entrances, pathways and formal gardens. Discover more in our outdoor plants collection.
Why Grow the Ehretia Ball Plant in the UAE
Ehretia is one of the best small-leaved evergreens for formal shaping in the UAE. Its tiny glossy leaves form an exceptionally dense surface that clips into crisp ball and topiary shapes, occasionally bearing small white flowers and berries. Heat tolerant and tidy, it brings instant structure to gardens, pots and pathways.
Key Benefits
- Clipped ball topiary for instant formal structure
- Dense, fine glossy foliage that holds its shape well
- Occasional small white flowers and ornamental berries
- Heat tolerant and well suited to UAE gardens
- Ideal for entrances, pathways, pots and formal beds
Care Tips for the UAE
- Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade.
- Watering: Regular watering keeps foliage dense and healthy.
- Soil: Well-draining soil enriched with organic matter.
- Feeding: Feed with a balanced fertiliser during the growing season.
- Pruning: Clip regularly to maintain the crisp ball shape.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it keep its ball shape? Yes — with regular clipping its fine, dense foliage holds a neat ball or topiary form.
Does it flower? It can produce small white flowers and tiny berries, though it is grown mainly for its foliage and shape.
Can it be grown in pots? Yes — it makes an excellent container topiary for entrances and patios.
Do you deliver across the UAE? Yes, Souq Garden delivers across the UAE with free delivery on orders over AED 200.
🚚 Shipping Information
Orders are processed within 1-2 business days.
Estimated delivery is 3-7 business days, depending on your location.
Free shipping on all orders above AED 200. A flat fee of AED 50 applies for orders below this amount.
We work with trusted delivery partners to ensure safe and timely shipping.
🔄 Returns, Refunds & Cancellation Policy
at the time of delivery with the delivery agent.
original packaging. If the plant has been repotted or the original packaging is missing, a refund will not be possible.
10 working days after the return is approved.
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