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'.
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Growth Expectancy
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5m+ H x 3m W
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Position
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Sun
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Water Smart | Yes |
Indigenous | Yes |