Carissa macrocarpa 'Boxwood Beauty'

natal plum

Family	Apocynaceae
Plant Type	shrub
Zone	USDA: 9a - 11 RHS: FH - FT EGF: H5 - G2 Australia: 3 - 5
Care Level
Height	0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Spread	0.9 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)
Light	full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture	low to average, well-drained
Soil Type	loam to sandy
Soil pH	acidic to neutral

Description	The shrub Carissa macrocarpa 'Boxwood Beauty' (natal plum) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, white and fragrant flowers. The showy glossy foliage is deep green in colour, medium in texture and evergreen. Carissa macrocarpa 'Boxwood Beauty' (natal plum) bears showy fruit. This plant has smooth bark.
Typical Uses	Bedding plant, container, culinary, edging, ground cover, hedge, foundation, topiary and tropical.
Special Characteristics	Birds are attracted to Carissa macrocarpa 'Boxwood Beauty' . Carissa macrocarpa 'Boxwood Beauty' is tolerant of drought.
Cautions	Thorns or spines can be a problem with Carissa macrocarpa 'Boxwood Beauty' (natal plum). Handle with care. Careful planning of its positioning in your garden will avoid injuries to children and pets.