How to tend a Carissa macrocarpa

Also known as: Jasminonerium africanum (A.DC.) Kuntze, Jasminonerium grandiflorum Kuntze, Jasminonerium macrocarpum (Eckl.) Kuntze, Arduina grandiflora E.Mey., Arduina macrocarpa Eckl., Carissa africana A.DC., Carissa grandiflora A.DC., Carissa praetermissa Kupicha

Watering

Water thoroughly after soil surface dries, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Like sunshine, slightly resistant to half shade

Soil

Soil with loose texture or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Need more fertilization, dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 2-3 times monthly

Pruning

Remove aged tissues, dead and pest branches timely

About this plant

Origin
South Africa
Category
Apocynaceae, Carissa
Size
Diameter ≥ 10 cm, height 15-18 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period August
Flower colors
white, fruit color red
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