Limes add a tasty zing and so much flavour to food and drinks. A nearly thornless tree with seedless fruit. Great patio plant. Produces fruit mainly from May - Oct. Position in a sunny spot, sheltered from the wind.

‘Frantoio’ is the most noted olive oil variety of Tuscany, Italy and makes an excellent potted specimen.  White flowers in spring produce small round to oval black fruit in Autumn.  Self-pollinating, but can be used to pollinate other cultivars. Plant in well-draining soil.

The world’s premier mandarin. Clementines are small to medium-sized evergreen trees that produce round to slightly flat fruits. The fruit has a fragrant glossy orange skin, easy to peel with sweet segmented flesh inside.  'Nules' is a selection of Clementine with small to medium sized fruit. Juicy and seedless. Ideal for container or garden planting.

Reaching a height of 5m+ with a non-aggressive root system, the' Kei Apple' is an extremely versatile all-rounder that lends itself to many applications .It can be planted on its own, in a garden border or as a screening plant. It can be pruned to create a neat ,compact shape, which makes it ideal for use as container plant or bonsai. The dense, evergreen foliage and thorny branches of 'Dovyalis caffra' make it suitable for security hedging.

Various bird species,especially louries and black-eyed bulbuls, love the unusual golden fruit of the 'Kei Apple'.

 This seedless red grape variety is elongated and deliciously sweet. The flesh inside is light green and juicy-perfect for light snacks or after-dinner treats. Crimson grapes love full sunshine but can survive partial shade. It needs to be supported on a sturdy, strong fence or trellis. It looks lovely draped over an unsightly wall in your garden. Reaching a height of up to 4 metres when mature, it provides beautiful shade thanks to its generous canopy.A late-season variety which can be harvested during summer months and into autumn.

The 2’nd most popular variety in the world (1’st is Hass).  Regarded the best-tasting variety with its rich nutty flavour. “Fuerte” means strong in Spanish and this tree can withstand frost. A dense, fast-growing, evergreen tree with a large spread. The fruit of this Avocado tree is pear-shaped with a slightly rough easy-peeling skin. The fruit will only ripen after it is removed from the tree, offering a creamy and buttery texture. Harvest March onwards *Can be toxic to pets

An excellent table grape - one of the most popular eating grapes in South Africa. Ripening to translucent pale-green skin, these firm grapes are loaded with sweet juice. The sweet, elongated, white fruit are held in dense bunches and are equally wonderful when dried.  These vines are easy to look after and hardy, they just need a strong support. Harvest February until April.

These firm, sweet and juicy apricots are particularly good for canning. This freestone apricot has a smooth velvety skin and bright orange colour. A drought tolerant, self-pollinating tree that originated in Spain. Blooms will appear from late August and harvesting should occur early December. This tree should bear fruit 2-3 years after planting. Deciduous.

Boland peaches will ripen and can be harvested mid December. They are large round, freestone peaches, with white flesh with a soft melting texture and wonderful flavour. The skin is green-white with a lovely red blush. The tree is a heavy bearer and self-pollinating.

The fruit of Tommy Atkins are medium to large in size with an oval to oblong shape. They have a long shelf life and are disease resistant. The skin of the fruit has a dark red blush, covering most of the fruit with a slight yellow and green tinge. Harvest from late November to January

A macadamia tree may take up to 5 years to produce nuts. The nuts are round and medium to large with a medium to thick shell. They have a good texture and sweet flavour. They are a good source of vit A, Iron, Zinc and Calcium.

Plums are medium sized deciduous trees. Harry Pickstone is harvested in early January and the skin colour is green with a touch of red when picked, but turns dark red after cold storage. The flesh is yellow and it has a cling stone.

Kent is a vigorous grower with a compact and upright growth habit. The fruit is oval shaped, with a rich sweet flavour. The skin is greenish yellow with a red blush as they mature. Harvest from February to April.

A vigorous grower with a low spreading habit. The fruit is large and excellent for eating with firm flesh and a tangy and sweet flavour, often used to make atchar. The skin of Keitt is mostly green with a slight red blush. Harvest from February to April.

Ornamental peach tree, flowering with an abundance of double red blossoms from early to mid Spring.  Can be cut to any shape and size.  Prune after flowering. Bears small hard fruit. 

Elberta is a self-pollinating tree with a rounded crown and fragrant pink blossoms early to mid spring, followed by large yellow freestone peaches. These dessert peaches are ovate in shape and has a pretty red blush. Ideal for eating, baking and canning.

Nectarine trees grow better in areas with cold winters and hot summers. The trees will blossom during Spring and fruit will ripen towards the beginning of Summer. Bears round, heart-shaped fruit.  The skin is paper thin with hues of pink.  White nectarines are sweeter than yellow ones and less acidic. Self-pollinating.

Ornamental peach tree, flowering with an abundance of single-double pink blossoms.  Can be cut to any shape and size.  Prune after flowering. Bears small hard fruit. 

An Australian pear tree with an upright habit. Flowers from mid to late September and harvest from mid February. The fruit is green-yellow with russet speckles and has a wide bottom. The flesh is creamy-white and smooth in texture with a juicy and sweet taste.

Sensation is a vigorous grower. The skin of the fruit is a dark plum red and the flesh is light yellow and mildly sweet in flavour. Harvest from February to April.

Ornamental peach tree, flowering with an abundance of white blossoms.  Can be cut to any shape and size.  Bears small hard fruit.

Toulouse is a compact growing fig tree, bearing small dark skinned sweet figs. The fruit can be eaten with the skin on. They are well-suited to warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters, exactly the climate of much of the Western Cape.

Full sun is essential: at least 6–8 hours per day, and prefers well-drained soil.

Pepino Melon (Solanum muricatum) is a striking fruiting shrub that brings a touch of the unusual to Cape Town gardens. With its glossy green leaves and delicate purple-and-white flowers, it produces oval fruits streaked with violet that ripen to a golden-yellow glow. Compact and perennial, it grows to about 1 m tall and wide, making it a perfect fit for smaller spaces or decorative containers.

Native to the cool highlands of South America, Pepino Melon has found a natural rhythm in the Western Cape’s climate. Flowering begins in spring (September–October), with fruits ready to harvest from late summer into autumn (February–April). The flavour is refreshingly sweet, somewhere between cantaloupe and pear, and the fruit can be enjoyed fresh, chilled, or even sliced into salads for a tropical twist.

Why You’ll Love It:

• Exotic fruit with a unique flavour profile, sweet, refreshing, and versatile
• Compact shrub suited to pots, raised beds, or sunny borders
• Produces fruit reliably in Cape Town’s summer and autumn seasons
• Attractive foliage and purple-streaked fruit add ornamental charm
• Easy to grow and rewarding for adventurous gardeners
• Adapts well to Cape Town’s mild winters and warm summers
• A conversation piece that sets your garden apart

Planting & Care:

Choose a sunny, sheltered position with well-drained, compost-rich soil. Water regularly during Cape Town’s hot, dry summers, keeping the soil evenly moist but never soggy. Mulch around the base to conserve moisture and protect roots from heat. Feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring to encourage flowering and fruit set, and prune lightly after harvest to maintain a neat, bushy shape. Cape Town’s winter rains naturally refresh the plant, ensuring it’s ready for the next fruiting cycle.

Did You Know?

Pepino Melons can fruit within their very first year of planting. Unlike many fruiting shrubs that take seasons to establish, Pepinos reward Cape Town gardeners quickly, making them one of the fastest ways to enjoy homegrown exotic fruit.

Developed in South Africa the freestone fruit are popular for eating, drying, canning and making jams and preserves. A self-pollinating deciduous tree with an upright growth habit, that produces well. Blooms from late August and fruit harvest from late November.