Carissa macrocarpa ‘Green Carpet’

Green Carpet carissa
Low-growing evergreen shrub delivers rich green foliage with low water needs. Fragrant pretty white pinwheel flowers followed by dark-red edible cherry-like fruits. Watch for spines.
Carissa macrocarpa 'Green Carpet'Carissa macrocarpa 'Green Carpet'
height 1–3ft
width 3–6ft
tolerates Coast, Drought, Heat, Pots, Neglect, Salt, Wind
water
needs		 Low – Moderate
water
info		 Carissas are drought tolerant, but they’ll want infrequent additional summer water at least every couple of weeks once established. They prefer well-drained soil, but they’re not picky.
hardy
to		 29F
exposure Part Shade – Full Sun
indoor
outdoor		 Outdoor
drainage In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix, Tolerates Sandy Soil
fertilizing All Purpose 1/2 Strength
origin South Africa
california
native		 No
sunset
zones		 13, 17, 21–H2

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Growing Notes

One of the most successful seaside plants in Southern California, carissa is worth trying in coastal locations in central California and the Bay Area.
Can be sheared as a low hedge. This variety stays relatively short.