AVERAGE SIZE (H) x (W): 2m x 1.5m
FLOWERING TIME: J F M A M J J A S O N D
FRUITING TIME: J F M A M J J A S O N D
A deciduous shrub or small tree which is usually multi-stemmed from the base. It bears hairy, dark-green foliage with a serrated edge. The attractive mauve flowers are papery and produced in clusters towards the end of the stems. The fruit is a 4-lobed capsule that splits on the tree.
ECOLOGICAL BENEFITS:Attracts butterflies and other pollinating insects.
NATURAL HABITAT & DISTRIBUTION:
Rocky slopes on the Lebombo Mountains.
MAINTENANCE:
Low maintenance. Prune lightly to keep a neat shape.
WATER REQUIREMENTS:
Water moderately.
GARDEN THEMES:
Bushveld, country, rockery
FULL GALLERY:
Thank you for your reply.
Hi Linda
Thanks for visiting Plantbook.
Karomia should be available at your nearest indigenous plant nursery. If not, they should be able to source it for you.
Flourish!
Glenice
Is there any known supplier where I can purchase this shrub.