Desert Star (Carissa macrocarpa)

Need a hardy, evergreen shrub that thrives in tough conditions? Desert Star is the perfect choice! With glossy green foliage, fragrant white star-shaped flowers, this drought-tolerant beauty adds charm to any garden while requiring minimal care.

🌱 Why Gardeners Love Desert Star

✔ Compact & Evergreen - Stays lush and green all year.

✔ Fragrant Star-Shaped Flowers - Blooms repeatedly for months.

✔ Drought & Coastal Hardy - Thrives in dry, sandy, and coastal conditions.

✔ Dense Growth for Hedging - Ideal for privacy screens and borders.

✔ Low-Maintenance & Tough - Handles heat, poor soil, and light frost with ease.

🏡 How to Use Desert Star in Your Garden

✅ Low Hedge or Border - Forms a neat, dense hedge.

✅ Feature Shrub - A stunning addition to rockeries and dry gardens.

✅ Wildlife-Friendly Planting - Attracts pollinators with its fragrant flowers.

✅ Coastal & Drought-Resistant Gardens - Perfect for tough, dry locations.

Easy Planting & Care Guide

• Spacing: Plant 50cm - 1m apart for hedging.
• Best Planting Time: Year-round, best results in spring and autumn.
• Mulching & Fertilising: No additional mulching or fertiliser needed—thrives naturally.

❔ FAQs About Desert Star

How big does Desert Star grow?
It reaches around 1m tall and wide, making it great for compact spaces.

Does it flower often?
Yes! It blooms throughout the warmer months, producing fragrant white flowers.

Can it handle tough conditions?
Absolutely! It’s highly drought-tolerant and thrives in sandy, coastal, or dry soils.

Is it suitable for hedging?
Yes! Its dense growth makes it ideal for low hedges and borders.

Does it require pruning?
Minimal pruning keeps it tidy, but it naturally maintains a neat shape.

🌿 Ready for a Stunning, Tough Shrub?

Get year-round beauty, fragrant flowers, and hardy resilience with Desert Star! Order now for fast delivery and enjoy a low-maintenance garden feature today!