Carissa macrocarpa Desert Star
Carissa macrocarpa Desert Star is a tough, salt-tolerant shrub ideal for coastal gardens and exposed positions. Dense, spiny growth makes it an effective security hedge, while white, star-shaped flowers and edible red fruit add ornamental value.
Site & establishment. Tolerates coastal exposure provided the planting hole drains and soil is not waterlogged. Salt tolerance is high enough for direct salt-laden wind exposure once established.
How we supply it. Forms a useful security hedge where its density and structure deter movement through the line. Flowering display adds seasonal interest beyond the structural role.
Cape Nursery production. All Cape Nursery stock is grown 7 km from the Pacific Ocean, hardened to coastal sun and wind from propagation rather than acclimatised at point of sale. Specimens leave us biosecurity-traceable, and root-checked. National delivery is available; collection from Ewingsdale is welcomed Mon–Thu 7:30am–4pm.