A medium sized deciduous shrub to small growing tree; growing to around 5m. Very hardy and will tolerate very low to very high temperatures. Double red flowers appear in early summer followed by fruit that will take 5-7 months o mature. Fruit should not be picked until ripe. The fruit is orange to red coloured and full of a seedy pulp. It is a rich source of vitamin C and antioxidants. Fruits may be used for sauces, jellies, cakes, or eaten off the tree. The seeds are great used as a garnish.
- Pot Size
- 14cm
- PBR
- No
- Native/Exotic
- Native
- Habit
- Medium deciduous shrub to small tree
- Height
- 5
- Width
- 3
- Flower
- Double red followed by fruit
- Flowering Time
- Early summer followed by fruit
- Position
- Full sun to part shade in a moist well drained, protected area.
- Cultural Notes
- Plant in humus rich soil. drought tolerant.