Butcher’s Broom

Ruscus aculeatus. Also known as Box Holly and Kneeholly

An evergreen hardy shrub of height up to 75cm, spread up to 1m. Small pale green flowers in spring, followed by glossy red berries on the female plants in summer and autumn. The plants are dioecious, meaning you will need a separate male plant to pollinate the female.

Has spine-tipped 2.5cm long leaves.

Will grow in a wide range of soils and both full sun and full shade.