Ardisia japonica 'Chirimen'

Marlberry, Mmm sounds yummy, I have no idea if it is edible but with a name like that I’m not tempted, this little glossy leaved sub shrub is a member of the Myrsinacaea and native to shady acid woods in China and Japan. It is a topnotch groundcover with white flowers and attractive red berries. Dirr claims Chirimen is the hardiest selection and has proven itself here, although it does not remain evergreen in winter.