Diospyros lycioides

Bluebush

A deciduous, drought-resistant, shrub or small tree that will attract birds and bees.

Description

Evergreen to deciduous small tree or shrub that grows best in rocky areas. It is often used as a pretty ornamental tree or hedge plant that bears edible fruit.

Its yellow-coloured flowers blossom in Summer, while its twigs are customarily used for as toothbrushes and all parts are used medicinally.

Tolerates temperatures as low as -6°C
Estimated height: 2-4m
Estimated width: 2-4m
Drought-resistant

Additional Information

Information	Details
Botanical Name	Diospyros lycioides
Common Name	Bluebush
Also Known As	Bloubos
SA Tree No	605
Tree Type	Evergreen, Deciduous
Attracts	Birds, Bees
Features	Screening, Fodder Tree, Rocky Area
Flowering Season	Summer
Focal	No
Fragrant	Yes
Frost Tolerance	Semi-Hardy
Fruiting Season	Summer, Autumn
Growth Rate	Fast >500mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding	No
Origin	Indigenous
Soil pH	0 – 4, 5 – 8, 9 – 14
Root System	Not Aggressive
Soil Type	Sandy, Loam, Well Drained
Suitable Garden Size	Small, Medium, Large
Suitable Planting Area	Full Sun, Semi-Shade

Aloes & Trees

Size	Height	Trunk Thickness
20L	1.0m – 1.2m	5mm – 15mm
40L	1.3m – 1.8m	12mm – 20mm
50L	1.3m – 1.9m	15mm – 25mm
100L	1.8m – 2.5m	20mm – 30mm
250L	2.5m – 4.0m	30mm – 50mm
500L	4.0m – 7.0m	50mm – 120mm
1000L	6.0m – 10.0m	80mm – 120mm
E.O.G	5.0m – 12.0m	Variable