Coffea arabica (Coffee shrub)

Coffea arabica

Coffee shrub

An evergreen perennial tree or shrub that can be pruned to bonsai.

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Botanical Name
Coffea arabica
Common Name
Coffee shrub
Also Known As
Arabic coffee
SA Tree No​
Tree Type
Evergreen
Attracts
Birds, Bees, Butterflies
Features
Flowering Season
Spring
Focal
No
Fragrant
Yes
Frost Tolerance
Sensitive
Fruiting Season
Winter, Autumn
Growth Rate
Medium >250mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding
No
Origin
Exotic
Soil pH
Root System
Not Aggressive
Soil Type
Well Drained
Suitable Garden Size
Medium, Large
Suitable Planting Area
Semi-Shade

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Bag Size
Price Range Incl. VAT
4L / 5L
NA
7L / 10L
R40-R400
20L
R300-R500
50L
R600-R800
100L / 200L
R900-R2000

Description

Coffea arabica, also called Arabic coffee is a type of flowering plant that is grown into a small to medium size tree or shrub.  Its seeds are known as coffee beans and are used in many different types of drinks and products.

It will make a stunning shrub or ornamental tree in your garden landscape and can also be used for indoor or container planting.  Best to plant this shrub with dracaena, dieffenbachia or aglaonema.

All parts of this tree are toxic to humans and pets except for its coffee beans.

  • Tolerates temperatures range of 15-26°C
  • Estimated height: 1.8-4.5m
  • Estimated width: 91cm
  • Planting distance: 15-20cm
  • Can be pruned to bonsai

Pollen compatibility: Self-pollinating.

Water requirements: Water regularly.

Fun facts:  The fruit of this coffee plant is called a cherry, they are edible and have similar characteristics to stone fruits.  Only the bean is needed to produce coffee which is found in the middle of the cherry. 

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