Carissa macrocarpa - Desert Star
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Mature size: 1-2m tall/wide.
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Recommended spacing for hedging: 50cm-1m apart for a hedge.
- Ideal growing conditions: Full sun to partial shade.
- Growth rate: Moderate.
Uses
Garden filler, ornamental garden, pot/container plant, coastal gardens, low hedges.
Noteworthy
Hardy evergreen, low maintenance, white fragrant flowers.
Tolerant
Drought, coastal conditions, light frost, poor soils, pruning and shaping.
Colour/Growth form
Dense, glossy dark green leaves with white star-shaped fragrant flowers, followed by red fruit. Compact and spreading growth habit, ideal as a low maintenance short hedge or border plant in gardens and coastal landscapes.
What is Carissa macrocarpa?
Carissa macrocarpa, also known as the Desert Star, is renowned for its ornamental qualities. Its glossy foliage and fragrant, star-shaped flowers make it an appealing choice for a variety of garden settings. Perfect to ensure a lush look year-round.
How to Care for Carissa macrocarpa
Carissa macrocarpa thrives in moist, well-drained soil with regular watering until established. This low care plant can flourish in both sunny and partly shaded areas. For optimal growth, apply a slow-release fertiliser during the active growing season.
