Horizontal Cocoplum (Chrysobalanus icaco 'Horizontal')
Full sun to part shade
I have low water needs.
Size: 2-3 ft tall x 5-6 ft wide
Bloom Time: Summer-Fall
This cultivar of the native cocoplum grows closer to the ground than the upright form. It is an ever green, drought tolerant shrub that produces white fruits. It is an excellent source of both food and cover for wildlife. They bear pink or white fruits that are edible, even by people. Many folks like to make jelly from the cocoplum's fruit. Water this plant regularly for at least a month for it to establish a healthy root system.
http://fnpsblog.blogspot.com/2010/05/horizontal-cocoplum-in-landscape.html
http://florida.plantatlas.usf.edu/Plant.aspx?id=2765
I have low water needs.
Size: 2-3 ft tall x 5-6 ft wide
Bloom Time: Summer-Fall
This cultivar of the native cocoplum grows closer to the ground than the upright form. It is an ever green, drought tolerant shrub that produces white fruits. It is an excellent source of both food and cover for wildlife. They bear pink or white fruits that are edible, even by people. Many folks like to make jelly from the cocoplum's fruit. Water this plant regularly for at least a month for it to establish a healthy root system.
http://fnpsblog.blogspot.com/2010/05/horizontal-cocoplum-in-landscape.html
http://florida.plantatlas.usf.edu/Plant.aspx?id=2765
