Harpephyllum caffrum

Wild plum

A treehouse-friendly evergreen tree that has beautiful dark green leaves.

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Additional Information

Information	Details
Botanical Name	Harpephyllum caffrum
Common Name	Wild plum
Also Known As	Wildepruim
SA Tree No	361
Tree Type	Evergreen
Attracts	Birds, Bees
Features	Shade Tree, Wind Break, Treehouse Friendly, Fodder Tree
Flowering Season	Spring, Summer
Focal	Yes
Fragrant	No
Frost Tolerance	Hardy
Fruiting Season	Spring, Summer, Autumn
Growth Rate	Medium >250mm, Fast >500mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding	No
Origin	Indigenous
Soil pH	5 – 8
Root System	Aggressive
Soil Type	Sandy, Loam
Suitable Garden Size	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

As a garden specimen, this ornamental tree needs to be planted in medium or large gardens as it needs lots of space to grow. It is mostly used in parks or planted alongside streets and provides a bountiful shade.

It is drought-resistant once established and is able to tolerate strong winds.