Dovyalis caffra

Kei-apple

This plant has long spikes that are often used as a security hedge.

Aloes and Trees

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Additional Information

Information	Details
Botanical Name	Dovyalis caffra
Common Name	Kei-apple
Also Known As	Kei-appel
SA Tree No	507
Tree Type	Evergreen
Attracts	Birds, Bees, Butterflies
Features	Wind Break, Screening, Fodder Tree
Flowering Season	Summer
Focal	No
Fragrant	No
Frost Tolerance	Hardy
Fruiting Season	Summer
Growth Rate	Medium >250mm, Fast >500mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding	No
Origin	Indigenous
Soil pH	5 – 8
Root System	Not Aggressive
Soil Type	Sandy, Loam, Clay, Well Drained
Suitable Garden Size	Small, Medium, Large
Suitable Planting Area	Full Sun, Semi-Shade

Aloes & Trees Pricing

Size	Price	Height	Trunk Thickness
20L	R175-R305 *5 Min	1.0m – 1.2m	5mm – 15mm
40L	R390-R750 *2 Min	1.3m – 1.8m	12mm – 20mm
50L	R400-R950 *2 Min	1.3m – 1.9m	15mm – 25mm
100L	R895-R2350 *1 Min	1.8m – 2.5m	20mm – 30mm
250L	R2400-R3500 *1 Min	2.5m – 4.0m	30mm – 50mm
500L	R3500-R6500 *1 Min	4.0m – 7.0m	50mm – 120mm
1000L	R6500-R12500 *1 Min	6.0m – 10.0m	80mm – 120mm
E.O.G	R8500-R25000+ *1 Min	5.0m – 12.0m	Variable

Description

Its tasty fruit makes it an excellent fodder tree perfect for a wildlife-friendly garden. Often used as a security hedge 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
Drought-resistant