Spanish Cherry (Mimusops elengi)

Looking for a stunning evergreen tree that offers fragrance, beauty, and edible fruit? The Spanish Cherry is a hardy, tropical tree loved for its glossy green foliage, highly fragrant star-like flowers, and sweet, edible fruit. Perfect for shade, hedging, or as an elegant feature tree, this low-maintenance beauty thrives in warm climates!

🌱 Why Gardeners Love Spanish Cherry

✔ Heavenly Fragrant Flowers - Small, creamy-white blooms release a rich, sweet scent.

✔ Delicious, Edible Fruit - Sweet, orange-brown fruit can be eaten fresh or used in jams.

✔ Evergreen & Low-Maintenance - Provides lush greenery all year round.

✔ Fast-Growing Shade Tree - Spreads a dense canopy, ideal for gardens and streetscapes.

✔ Drought-Tolerant & Hardy - Thrives in warm climates with minimal care.

🏡 How to Use Spanish Cherry in Your Garden

✅ Feature Tree - A breathtaking ornamental with glossy leaves and scented blooms.

✅ Shade & Street Tree - Creates a cooling, dense canopy for hot climates.

✅ Hedging & Screening - Can be pruned into a thick, evergreen privacy screen.

✅ Wildlife & Pollinator-Friendly - Attracts bees, butterflies, and birds with its flowers and fruit.

Easy Planting & Care Guide

• Spacing: Plant 3-5m apart for a full canopy or closer for screening.
• Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best results in spring or autumn.
• Mulching & Fertilising: No additional mulching or fertiliser is needed, making this plant an easy-care option.

❔ FAQs About Spanish Cherry

How tall does Spanish Cherry grow?
It typically reaches 10-15m tall, with a wide, dense canopy.

When does it flower and fruit?
Flowers appear in spring and summer, with fruit ripening in late summer to autumn.

Does it need a lot of water?
No! It’s drought-tolerant once established but benefits from occasional watering in extreme heat.

Can it grow in pots?
Yes, but it prefers to be planted in the ground for full growth potential.

Is it frost-sensitive?
Yes, it thrives in warm climates and should be protected from heavy frosts.

🌿 Ready to Add Fragrance & Beauty to Your Garden?

Enhance your space with the fragrant blooms, lush foliage, and sweet fruit of the Spanish Cherry! Order now and enjoy a stunning, tropical tree for years to come!