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Carissa macrocarpa 'Boxwood Beauty'

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.