If you are yet to explore the Carissa, or as laymen call it, Natal plum, you might be on a major garden miss. But well, not when Plant Clearance is your go-to nursery. We... ...Read More
FAQs About Carissa
Carissa thrives in USDA zones 9b through 11, preferring frost-free, warm climates with minimal cold exposure.
Some Carissa varieties feature sharp forked thorns for natural security, while dwarf types like Green Carpet have little to no thorniness.
Absolutely, Carissa naturally tolerates salt spray and sandy soils, making it a top pick for coastal landscaping and windy properties.
Carissa shows strong resistance to most pests and diseases, including Phytophthora root rot, when planted in well-draining soil.
They mainly differ in size and habit: Tuttlei and Green Carpet stay compact as groundcovers, while standard Natal Plum grows tall for hedging.
