| Botanical Name: Carissa macrocarpa 'Tuttle' | Add |
| Common Name: Tuttle Dwarf Natal Plum |
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
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
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor
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Description
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Notes
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.