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Solanum pseudocapsicum

Also Known As

  • False Jerusalem Cherry
  • Winter Cherry

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 1'-3'
  • W: 1'-3'

planting zones

  • 8a-12

Solanum pseudocapsicum plant details

Solanum pseudocapsicum is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge followed by orange and red fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Solanum pseudocapsicum

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Solanum pseudocapsicum

USDA Zones: 8a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

We wouldn't have believed its hardiness had we not been watching it thrive in a neighborhood garden for the past 7 years. White flowers followed by orange-red to scarlet fruit that is held a long time. Part to full sun with good draining soil. Makes and excellent container specimen where it will grow to about 2' tall and wide. Reseeds if temps dip below 10F.

Gardening facts about Solanum pseudocapsicum plant

How to Grow Solanum pseudocapsicum

  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Fruit

    • red
    • orange
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • semi-evergreen
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
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