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Flower Colour
Fruit Colour
Cross-berry / Kruisbessie
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Semi-deciduous | Indigenous | Average Growing Speed | Good Coastal Tolerance | Good Wind Tolerance
Excellent tree for a small garden setup! The violet star-shaped flowers will add a touch of colour in summer, while the orange fruits attract an array of wildlife. It is a "must-have" species in the garden to attract butterflies and birds!
It will flourish in well-drained good composted soils and can grow in both full sun and semi-shaded areas in your garden.
The tree is also known to be drought- and frost-tolerant, making it a very versatile tree. It is beautifully shaped and will add ornamental value to your garden.
Attracts Birds: Flowers
Flowering Season: Summer
Fruiting Season: Summer / Autumn
Showy Feature: Flowers
Drought Resistant
Small Garden
Pot
Ornamental