Diospyros whyteana - Bladder-nut

Diospyros whyteana

Bladder-nut

A lovely small tree suitable for rocky areas in your garden landscape.

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Botanical Name
Diospyros whyteana
Common Name
Bladder-nut
Also Known As
Swartbas
SA Tree No​
611
Tree Type
Evergreen
Attracts
Birds
Features
Screening, Treehouse Friendly, Rocky Area
Flowering Season
Spring
Focal
No
Fragrant
Yes
Frost Tolerance
Hardy
Fruiting Season
Summer
Growth Rate
Slow <500mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding
Yes
Origin
Indigenous
Soil pH
0 – 4, 5 – 8, 9 – 14
Root System
Not Aggressive
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Clay, Well Drained
Suitable Garden Size
Small, Medium, Large
Suitable Planting Area
Semi-Shade

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Description

An engaging garden specimen that is often used as a hedge or screening plant.  It can be pruned into a beautiful bonsai subject and is suitable for indoor or container planting.

Male and female flowers blossom in Spring and occur on different trees.  Edible fruit will attract birds to your garden.  Strong medicinal properties.

  • Tolerates temperatures as low as -2°c
  • Estimated height: 5-7m
  • Estimated width: 2-3m
  • Drought-resistant
  • Ornamental tree
  • Average wind tolerance