Capparis brevislliqua
Capparis brevislliqua, commonly known as Short-podded Caper, is an evergreen ornamental shrub that thrives in full sun and requires low water. It typically grows 1–3 meters tall and is suited for USDA zones 8–11. This plant prefers sandy, loamy, or chalky soils and blooms with white, fragrant flowers in late spring to mid-summer, attracting pollinators.
Light
Full sun
Watering
Low water
Soil
Sandy, Loamy, Chalky
Height
1–3 m
Spread
1–2.5 m
Zones
8–11
Flower colors
Plant in well-drained soil in a location that receives full sun. Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Prune as needed to maintain shape and size. This shrub is well-suited for xeriscaping and can be used as a specimen plant or in a mixed border.