Harpephyllum caffrum | Wild-plum trees for sale | Wildepruim

Wild Plum withstands light frost and is moderately drought tolerant.  It is a fast growing evergreen tree. Harpephyllum caffrum has large once compounded dark green leaves. Young growth has a redish color. The tree exhibits a neat, straight growth form and has a non-aggressive root system.  Wild Plum bears beautiful red fruit which attracts many bird species. Harpephyllum caffrum becomes large and should only be planted in large gardens.  If you have a small garden, plant Wild Plum in a large pot or container and prune it regularly.  Harpephyllum caffrum is a popular garden tree.

Value to honeybees: Nectar, N0-1;  Pollen, P0-1;   Flowering months 11-4, (12-2).   (See  blog-post "The bee-value of South Africa's trees" for an explanation of codes)