Carissa macrocarpa 'Humphreyi Variegata' (Variegated Natal Plum)


Botanical Information

FamilyApocynaceae
GenusCarissa
Speciesmacrocarpa
Cultivar'Humphreyi Variegata'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (evergreen)

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone9b-11
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness ZoneRequires cool season protection under glass.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH1c-H3
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-6.7 -10
Temperature (°F)20- 50
Height1-1.5 m
Spread1 m
GrowthMedium

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionA small, compact shrub with glossy variegated leaves ranging from dark green, to light green and yellow.
ShapeA compact, dense shrub.
LandscapeUsed in parks, gardens and as ground cover.
PropagationPropagated from stem cuttings.
CultivationGrow in full sun to filtered shade in rich, moist soils.
Notable SpecimensHarry P. Leu Gardens, Orlando, Florida, United States of America.
Leaf DescriptionThick, waxy leaves, colour varies from dark green to light green to yellow, to 2-4 cm long.
Flower DescriptionWhite, fragrant flowers.

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