Desert Star

Carissa macrocarpa 'Desert Star' (commonly known as Desert Star Natal Plum) is an attractive evergreen shrub noted for its fragrant white flowers and edible red fruit. Its compact size and drought tolerance make it ideal for water-wise landscapes and patio containers.

Height: Typically grows to 1.5-2 metres tall.
Width: Spreads 1.5-2 metres wide.
Native to: South Africa.
Foliage Type: Evergreen, with glossy, dark green leaves.
Growth Rate: Slow.
Flowers: Produces fragrant white flowers, which are followed by edible red fruit.
Light: Prefers full sun to part shade.
Water: Drought-tolerant once established; minimal watering required.

Our trucks travel nonstop between Award-winning farms across Australia and our Brisbane depot, collecting and compiling your orders.

By partnering directly with local farmers, we provide our customers with unlimited access to high-quality plants and trees from every state in Australia. This means you can choose from thousands of species while supporting Australian agriculture.

For an order with smaller plants, your plants will be shipped via Australia Post.

Larger plants & trees (for example a 25L Lilly Pilly) that are too big to be posted, will be delivered in our fleet of delivery trucks on a pallet.

Our Delivery Options:

Local Delivery from $29.95

Wider and Interstate delivery from $39.95

*Free Delivery on Local Orders over $199.95*

How is my delivery fee calculated?

Every plant has been built into our system with unique measurements which automatically calculates the cost of delivery to your desired postcode.

Can I come pick up my order?

We operate exclusively online and cannot accommodate customer pickups, as our partner farms are scattered across the country.

How long will it take to receive my order?

You can expect to receive your order within 1-5 business days.

Can I delay the delivery of my order?

Yes, you can delay the delivery for as long as you need. Just add it in the notes when you order.

Do you offer any guarantees on your plants?

Yes, we offer a 30-day healthy plant guarantee on all our plants.

What if I'm not home for delivery?

If you're not home for delivery, we will leave the plants in a safe place at your address.