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Carissa macrocarpa 'Green Carpet' (Green Carpet Natal Plum)

Natal plum ‘Green Carpet’ is an attractive, dwarf cultivar of Carissa macrocarpa, often used as a ground cover.

It's an evergreen shrub, that tolerates drought and salt, that's why it can be considered as a good option for coastal areas. It has a green foliage, the leaves are thick and glossy, and the plant has Y-shaped spines on the branches. The plant has also nice white flowers that have a nice fragrance especially at night. other than its flower, natal plum has also a showy fruit, pinkish-red color, which is edible. The plant needs full sun, although it can tolerate partial shade, but this will cause some problems in growing the fruits and flowers. To be planted in well drained, sandy, neutral soil for best results.

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