Coffea arabica
Coffee shrub
An evergreen perennial tree or shrub that can be pruned to bonsai.
Additional Information
Information | Details |
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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 |
Fruit, Citrus & Nut Trees Pricing
Bag Size | Price Range Incl. VAT |
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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.Â