Forestiera neomexicana Happy Boy

No, the 'Happy Boy' is a male cultivar and will not produce berries itself. However, it is an excellent pollinator for female New Mexico Privet plants if you are looking to encourage berry production in your landscape.

This shrub reaches a mature height of 12 to 18 feet and a spread of about 12 feet. Because of its size, ensure you plant it in a location that allows for its spreading, multi-stemmed form.

Yes, 'Happy Boy' is considered deer resistant, making it a reliable choice for gardens where deer pressure is a concern. While no plant is 100% deer-proof, this variety is generally ignored by browsing wildlife.

Yes, this plant is container-friendly. Keep in mind that it will require more frequent watering when grown in a pot compared to being planted directly in the ground, especially during the heat of summer.

It is a waterwise, drought-tolerant plant once established. While it can survive on minimal water, providing regular irrigation will encourage faster growth and a fuller, more lush appearance.

As a deciduous shrub, it will lose its leaves in the winter, so it does not provide a dense evergreen screen. However, its attractive white bark and multi-stemmed structure offer excellent winter visual interest even after the foliage drops.