Dovyalis zeyheri

Wild apricot

A drought-resistant evergreen tree that can be single or multi-stemmed.

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Additional Information

Information	Details
Botanical Name	Dovyalis zeyheri
Common Name	Wild apricot
Also Known As	Wilde-appelkoos
SA Tree No	511
Tree Type	Evergreen
Attracts	Birds, Butterflies
Features	Screening
Flowering Season	Spring, Summer
Focal	No
Fragrant	No
Frost Tolerance	Semi-Hardy
Fruiting Season	Summer, Autumn
Growth Rate	Fast >500mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding	No
Origin	Indigenous
Soil pH	5 – 8
Root System	Not Aggressive
Soil Type	Sandy, Loam, Clay
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

An impressive small tree that produces edible orange fruits that are eaten by animals. Fruit is only produced on female trees. It is mostly grown as a barrier plant or security hedge.

Suitable for indoor or container planting and is drought-resistant once established. It is also used for cullinary and medicinal uses.