Carissa macrocarpa 'Prostrata'

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Ground Cover Natal Plum

 
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Description

This wonderful ground cover will grow 2' high and can be trained as an espalier. It spreads quickly to provide good cover. It blooms with white flowers followed by red or purple fruit. Thorns make it a good barrier planting.

 

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Plant Type

Shrub, Ground cover

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Width Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Green, Red

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.