Its tasty fruit makes it an excellent fodder tree perfect for a wildlife-friendly garden.  Often used as a security hedge or shrub due to its extensive and impenetrable spikes. 

Suitable for container planting in a position that receives sunlight on your balcony or courtyard.  It has excellent wind tolerance and can grow up to 60cm per year.

• Tolerates temperatures as low as -2°c
• Estimated height: 3-9m
• Estimated width: 3-4m
• Planting distance: 1.5m
• Drought-resistant

Pollen compatibility: Self-pollinating.

Water requirements: Water regularly until established.