Description

Wild Peach – Kiggelaria africana

Wild Peach (Kiggelaria africana) is a beautiful indigenous South African evergreen tree, valued for its attractive foliage, spreading canopy and excellent wildlife benefits. Despite its common name, it is not a true peach tree. This hardy tree is an excellent choice for indigenous gardens, providing shade, shelter and food for a variety of birds and butterflies.

Growing Wild Peach

Wild Peach grows well in sunny to partially shaded positions and adapts to a range of soil conditions. Once established, it is reasonably drought tolerant, although young trees benefit from regular watering while establishing. With its attractive canopy and potential to grow into a substantial shade tree, it is best suited to gardens and landscapes with enough room for its mature size.

The tree produces small, inconspicuous flowers followed by distinctive fruit capsules that split open to reveal bright orange-red seeds. These seeds attract birds, while the foliage is an important food source for the larvae of the Acraea butterfly species, making Wild Peach a valuable addition to a wildlife-friendly garden.

Ideal for:

• Indigenous South African gardens
• Bird-friendly and butterfly gardens
• Shade and screening
• Larger gardens and landscapes
• Wildlife-friendly landscaping

Common Name: Wild Peach

Botanical Name: Kiggelaria africana

Plant Type: Indigenous evergreen to semi-deciduous tree

Flower Colour: Small, greenish-yellow flowers

Foliage: Attractive green leaves, often with a paler or softly hairy underside

Position: Full sun to partial shade

Water Requirements: Moderate while establishing; relatively low once established

Soil: Adaptable to a range of well-drained soils

Uses: Shade, screening, indigenous landscaping and wildlife gardens

Growing Tips: Plant in a sunny or partially shaded position with sufficient space for the canopy to develop. Water regularly while young and reduce watering once established. Avoid planting too close to buildings or paving, as the tree can grow quite large.

Bring this wonderful indigenous tree into your garden and enjoy its natural beauty while creating a valuable habitat for birds and butterflies.

Delivery Options: No courier service is available for this tree. Available for local delivery or local collection only.