5 Natal Plum Seeds – Carissa grandiflora

Add a touch of tropical elegance and flavor to your garden with Natal Plum (Carissa grandiflora) — a stunning evergreen shrub admired for its glossy green foliage, fragrant white blooms, and bright red edible fruit. Native to South Africa, this versatile plant is both ornamental and practical, perfect for hedges, containers, or seaside landscapes.

Natal Plum grows 5–15 feet tall and features spiny branches, star-shaped white flowers that bloom year-round, and vibrant magenta-red fruits that resemble small plums. The ripe fruits are sweet-tart and juicy, commonly used for sauces, jellies, and desserts, and often compared to cranberries in flavor.

This hardy shrub thrives in zones 9–11, tolerates salt, drought, and wind, and performs beautifully in coastal or sunny gardens. Its resilience and beauty make it ideal for both home gardeners and landscapers seeking low-maintenance, high-impact plants.

🌱 Why Grow Natal Plum (Carissa grandiflora) Seeds?

• 🍒 Edible Scarlet Fruits: Delicious when ripe—great for jams, sauces, or fresh eating.
  
• 🌸 Fragrant Blooms All Year: Beautiful white flowers with a sweet, tropical scent.
  
• 🌿 Hardy Evergreen: Glossy foliage stays green year-round.
  
• 🏝️ Salt & Drought Tolerant: Perfect for coastal gardens or dry climates.
  
• 🌳 Versatile Uses: Great for hedges, barriers, containers, or bonsai.

🌿 Growing Tips

1. Soak Seeds: Soak in water for 24 hours before planting.
   
2. Sow Depth: Plant ¼ inch deep in moist, well-draining soil.
   
3. Light: Full sun to partial shade — needs at least 4 hours of sunlight daily.
   
4. Temperature: Prefers day temps of 68°F+ and nights between 50–65°F.
   
5. Soil Mix: Use 2 parts loam, 1 part peat moss, 1 part sand.
   
6. Water: Keep soil moist but never soggy; allow to dry slightly between watering.
   
7. Fertilizer: Apply a balanced fertilizer every 3–4 months for healthy growth.
   
8. Pruning: Trim anytime to maintain shape or hedge form.
   
9. Fruit Production: Seedlings can bear fruit within 2 years.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is Natal Plum fruit edible?
Yes! The fruit is edible only when fully ripe and has a flavor similar to cranberries.

How tall does Natal Plum grow?
Mature plants reach 5–15 feet tall, depending on growing conditions and pruning.

Is Natal Plum frost-hardy?
It tolerates light frost down to 25°F once established but young plants need protection below 29°F.

Can Natal Plum grow in containers?
Absolutely! Its compact growth and ornamental features make it perfect for pots and bonsai.

Is Natal Plum good for hedges?
Yes, its dense growth, spines, and evergreen foliage make it an ideal hedge or natural barrier.

Where to Buy Natal Plum Seeds for Sale?

At Seeds World, we offer fresh, high-quality Natal Plum (Carissa grandiflora) seeds with fast U.S. shipping. Perfect for edible landscapes, tropical gardens, or coastal hedges, these seeds grow into hardy evergreen shrubs with fragrant blooms and juicy red fruit you’ll love.