Solanum Capsicastrum (Christmas Cherry)

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Solanum Christmas Cherry is a very decorative potted plant or annual plant to brighten up autumn/winter patio pots and baskets. It produces small white flowers in the summer followed by bright orange/red berries in the autumn. These berries can be up to an inch in diameter.

Key Features

Plant Type: Annual Bedding Plant

Plant Height & Spread: 25cm x 25cm

Foliage Colour: Variations of Dark Green, Light Green

Foliage Type: Annual Bedding Plant

Seasons of Interest: Autumn/Winter

Soil Condition: Well-drained, Fertile

Planting Position: Full Sun/Full Shade

Plant Care & Advice

To Plant; - gently loosen plants from their trays by pushing them up from the base. Knock out plants from pots by giving a sharp tap to the bottom with the handle of your trowel. Remember, keep your hand securely over the top of the plant when doing this so you do not drop it on the ground! Handle plants by leaves or rootball. Use a compost that drains freely.