Carissa macrocarpa - Natal Plum Enhance your landscape with the hardy and versatile Carissa macrocarpa, commonly known as Natal plum. This evergreen shrub is celebrated for its glossy foliage, fragrant white flowers, and deliciously sweet, edible fruit, making it an excellent choice for both ornamental and functional gardens. Features: - Mature height: Typically grows between 1-2 meters, making it suitable for hedges, borders, or low-maintenance ground cover. - Attractive foliage: The dark green, leathery leaves provide a lush, vibrant backdrop that enhances any garden design. - Fragrant flowers: Produces clusters of white, star-shaped flowers that bloom in spring and summer, filling the air with a pleasant fragrance. Benefits: - Edible fruit: The round, red to purple fruits are sweet and flavorful, perfect for fresh eating, jams, or desserts. They attract birds and wildlife, adding to your garden's biodiversity. - Drought-resistant: Once established, Natal plum is highly drought-tolerant, making it ideal for low-water gardens and arid climates. - Low maintenance: This shrub requires minimal care and can adapt to various soil types, making it perfect for busy gardeners. Uses: - Hedge or border planting: Its dense growth habit makes it an excellent choice for privacy hedges or ornamental borders. - Edible landscaping: Incorporate Natal plum into edible gardens where you can enjoy its fruit while enhancing your landscape. - Attracting wildlife: The flowers attract pollinators, while the fruit attracts birds, making it a great choice for wildlife-friendly gardens.
