Green Carpet Natal Plum

Moderate-growing evergreen shrub to 12-15” tall x 4-5’ wide. This low-growing variety forms a dense mat of attractive, glossy emerald-green foliage set on spiny stems, and is accented with sweetly-fragrant, star-shaped, bright-white flowers appearing predominantly in spring with sporadic bloom throughout the year in milder climates. Flowers are followed by small, oval-shaped fruit that ripen to bright-red in summer. This fruit is edible and is popular for jellies and jams as well as being a food source for various bird species. Flowers and fruit are often seen at the same time.  This variety’s sprawling form makes it well-suited as a low-growing hedge or dense-growing groundcover. Tolerates coastal conditions and a variety of soil types provided they are fast-draining. Drought tolerant once established though a more robust-looking plant will be achieved with regular watering. Full to partial sun.