{"product_id":"carissa-macrocarpa-d-18-h-35-cm","title":"Carissa macrocarpa D.18 H.35 cm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCarissa macrocarpa – The fragrance of South Africa for stylish gardens and terraces\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarissa macrocarpa\u003c\/strong\u003e, known as \u003cem\u003eNatal plum\u003c\/em\u003e, is an exceptionally elegant and generous evergreen shrub: its oval, glossy, leathery leaves in deep green are covered with wonderfully fragrant white star-shaped flowers in spring and summer, followed by decorative, edible red berries with a sweet and tangy flavor. A complete ornamental plant, beautiful in every season, hardy, and suitable for both bright interiors and sunny outdoor spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlant characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant height:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 35 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOval, glossy, leathery, deep green evergreen leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery fragrant white star-shaped flowers in spring and summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative, edible red berries in autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, bushy growth habit that is easy to shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for bright interiors, sunny terraces, and sheltered gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun or bright light – it thrives in sunny positions that encourage abundant flowering and fruiting; it tolerates partial shade, but flowering will be reduced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate – drought-tolerant once established; allow the substrate to dry out between waterings; avoid waterlogging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e ideally between 10°C and 32°C; it tolerates brief light frosts when well established; excellent for Mediterranean and temperate climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e well-draining and rich in organic matter; it also adapts to calcareous soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e every 3-4 weeks in spring and summer with a balanced fertilizer for flowering plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e tolerates pruning well; ideal for hedges, borders, and compact topiary forms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarissa macrocarpa is a three-season plant: fragrant when in bloom, decorative with its red berries, and evergreen for the rest of the year. A highly distinctive shrub that enriches gardens and terraces with authentic, enduring beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PIANTE ITALIA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55445272658262,"sku":"5CAMC18","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/6042\/6326\/files\/Carissa_macrocarpa_Pianta_verde_in_vaso.webp?v=1789974916","url":"https:\/\/www.igiardinidigiulia.it\/en\/products\/carissa-macrocarpa-d-18-h-35-cm","provider":"i Giardini di Giulia ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}