Kiggelaria Africana "Wild Peach" 20Liter

Botanical Name: Kiggelaria africana
Common Names: Wild Peach

📌 Product Description

Kiggelaria africana, commonly known as Wild Peach, is a hardy and attractive indigenous tree valued for its dense foliage, shade, and ecological importance. It produces distinctive orange, star-shaped seed capsules that split open to reveal black seeds, adding seasonal interest to the garden.

This fast-growing tree develops a rounded canopy and is well suited to a wide range of South African conditions. It is particularly valued as a host plant for the Acraea horta butterfly, making it an excellent choice for wildlife-friendly gardens.

Wild Peach is a versatile and dependable tree for both ornamental and ecological planting.

📏 Size When Fully Grown

Height: 6 – 12 m
Spread: 5 – 8 m
Growth Habit: Medium to large evergreen to semi-deciduous tree
Growth Rate: Fast

🌱 Best Growing Conditions

Light: Full sun to semi-shade
Soil: Well-draining soil; adaptable to a variety of soil types

Water:

• Water regularly during establishment
• Moderate water needs once established
• Drought tolerant once mature

Feeding: Apply compost during early growth stages

Maintenance:

• Prune to shape when young
• Generally low maintenance
• Suitable for urban and garden environments

🌦️ Planting & Growing Season (South Africa)

Best Planting Time: Spring to summer
Active Growth: Spring to summer
Flowering Season: Spring (inconspicuous)
Fruiting Season: Summer to autumn
Climate Suitability: Widely adaptable across most regions of South Africa
Chill Requirement: Low

🌼 Additional Benefits

• Indigenous and hardy
• Attracts butterflies (host plant)
• Provides good shade
• Fast-growing
• Interesting seasonal fruit display

🌿 Ideal Uses

✔ Shade tree
✔ Indigenous gardens
✔ Wildlife-friendly planting
✔ Urban landscapes
✔ Large gardens