Harpephyllum caffrum
Wild plum
A treehouse-friendly evergreen tree that has beautiful dark green leaves.
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.
- Young trees need to be protected from frost
- Tolerates temperatures as low as -2°c
- Estimated height: 10-15m
- Estimated width: 5-7m
- Used as a hedge
- Edible fruit
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
Size | Height | Trunk Thickness |
|---|---|---|
20L
| 1.0m – 1.2m
| 5mm – 15mm
|
40L
| 1.3m – 1.8m
| 12mm – 20mm
|
50L
| 1.3m – 1.9m
| 15mm – 25mm
|
100L
| 1.8m – 2.5m
| 20mm – 30mm
|
250L
| 2.5m – 4.0m
| 30mm – 50mm
|
500L
| 4.0m – 7.0m
| 50mm – 120mm
|
1000L
| 6.0m – 10.0m
| 80mm – 120mm
|
E.O.G
| 5.0m – 12.0m
| Variable
|
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