Kiggelaria africana
Wild peach
A fantastic evergreen to a semi-deciduous tree for a butterfly garden.
Additional Information
Information | Details |
|---|---|
Botanical Name | Kiggelaria africana |
Common Name | Wild peach |
Also Known As | Wildeperske |
SA Tree No | 494 |
Tree Type | Evergreen, Semi-Deciduous |
Attracts | Birds, Bees, Butterflies |
Features | Shade Tree, Wind Break, Screening, Rocky Area |
Flowering Season | Spring, Summer |
Focal | No |
Fragrant | No |
Frost Tolerance | Hardy |
Fruiting Season | Summer, Autumn |
Growth Rate | Fast >500mm |
Minimal Leaf Shedding | Yes |
Origin | Indigenous |
Soil pH | 0 – 4, 5 – 8, 9 – 14 |
Root System | Not Aggressive |
Soil Type | Sandy, Loam, Clay |
Suitable Garden Size | Large |
Suitable Planting Area | Full Sun, Semi-Shade |
General Pricing
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Description
One of the best hardy trees that will captivate birds and butterflies in your garden. It’s a beautiful feature tree with appealing dense foliage and non-edible fruit.
Great for large gardens, parking lots and alongside streets. Suitable for indoor or container planting and can be pruned into a hedge plant.
- Tolerates temperatures as low as -2°c
- Estimated height: 4-17m
- Estimated width: 5-13m
- Drought-resistant
- Good wind tolerance