Carissa macrocarpa 'Tuttle'
Tuttle Dwarf Natal Plum
Description
This spreading, low-growing sub-shrub will grow about 1-3' tall and has small, glossy green leaves with delicate white flowers in spring and summer. The fleshy red fruit can be eaten fresh or used in jellies.
Plant Type
Shrub, Ground cover
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Purple, Red
Fruit Season
Winter, Spring, Summer
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.