Linton's Edible Backyard

Joined: 12/07/11 Updated: 25/04/25 Frost:
Location: NOBLE PARK

About My Edible Backyard

Why Linton Love's Edible Plants

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live-in-upwey says... [3340 days 6hrs ago]

Do u hv wasabi plants for sale? Can I pick it up?

live-in-upwey says... [3340 days 6hrs ago]

Do u hv wasabi plants for sale? Can I pick it up? Pls contact Nora 0404 345 888

syb says... [3293 days 21hrs ago]

hi there, I have been looking for an Irish strawberry tree, I read you have them near you! I would Love a cutting or seedling..... I wanted to put the tree out in a paddock, do native birds eat the fruit or bats and hoping it will be a good bee tree. cheers Heather. 0428100473

Linton says... [3293 days 13hrs ago]

Hi Heather Sadly, the big Strawberry Tree that was on the corner of my street and got loaded with fruit was cut down about 6 months ago. Wish you had contacted me earlier. I will look for others around here and they are very commonly sold in the nurseries.

anonymous says... [3163 days 22hrs ago]

Do you have any edible Crataegus for sale...where are you based? Im in Melbourne.

Linton says... [3162 days 22hrs ago]

Sorry I don't have any spare Crataegus plants for sale.

mcmelb1 says... [3143 days 17hrs ago]

Hi there, was wondering if you had any spare seedlings or cuttings for sale for Blue Hawthorn, Saskatoon, Fuchsia boliviana or Honeyberry/Haskap? I live in Melbourne.

Linton says... [3142 days 19hrs ago]

Sorry , but I don't usually sell my plants unless I have a surplus as I am not a nursery, just a home grower. The only ones I have spare at the moment are the Assam Apple (Docynia indica) which is a very nice plant. Cheers!

mcmelb1 says... [3062 days 16hrs ago]

Hi Linton, thanks for the reply. If you happen to be pruning the Amelanchier alnifolia, guabiyu or Fuchsia boliviana; I would love to buy the cuttings off you. My email is marcusyuguang at gmail dot com. Thanks!

BJ11 says... [2962 days 15hrs ago]

Hello Linton, Love your selection! I notice you've managed to get Saskatoon ... was that from a nursery or seeds? Can you please let me know where I might be able to get a few? Thank you! :)

Linton says... [2950 days 10hrs ago]

Hi BJ, don't think you received my previous reply I sent you. If you need the true Saskatoon, Amelanchier alnifolia, you would need to import seeds from overseas and they take about a year to germinate. There are other Amelanchier varieties from the nurseries locally but the fruit are not as good as those of Alnifolia.

Troy says... [2908 days 22hrs ago]

Hi Linton, I messaged you a long time ago regarding pouteria australis seeds. Are you still able to collect them?

Troy says... [2907 days 17hrs ago]

Hi Linton, Dont panic, It was a long time ago, I forgot myself until I was talking to someone and the name came up. Not sure if it was you or another one, but if it was you Id be intetested in how the tadal seeds go. As for the black apple, im happy to wait for fresh seeds. My email is icedingo@hotmail.com If you can help me out id be grateful.

mgoul131 says... [2557 days 22hrs ago]

Linton, Where did you get your E. pyriformis (Uvaia)? I would love to get one. (actually you have a lot of trees I'd like)

Linda says... [2504 days 9hrs ago]

thought I'd post here too... Hi Linton, As Spring has officially sprung , I'd thought I'd message you about getting some cuttings off a white jacaranda so I can try my hand at grafting. I have a few small (self seeded) seedlings around and they are starting to 'wake up' ! If it's possible I'd pay for an express post bag for you to post them to me. Cheers, Linda

Linton says... [2502 days 19hrs ago]

Please advise what size scions are required - length and thickness. Thanks.

Linda says... [2502 days 16hrs ago]

Dear Linton, My goodness you are busy! Scion the size of the frequently recommended "e;pencil size"e; please x 2-4 nodes I guess. Apparently they have to be semi hard. I have an Omega grafting tool (knock off). I grafted some apples a few weeks ago and the receiving branches were much smaller than a pencil - too small for a firm graft with a reasonable edge area I think. Cheers.

Charles6 says... [2457 days 21hrs ago]

Hi Linton, Love your plants. Do you have any Zanthoxylum piperitum pepper seeds for sale? Please contact Charles 0466 966 six seven eight. If you have any other seeds for sale that you can post to Sydney let me know :)

Linton says... [2456 days 12hrs ago]

Sorry but don't have any seeds. It is the wrong time now but you might be able to get some during the fruiting season.

Linda says... [2455 days 18hrs ago]

Hi Linton, Have your white jacarandas woken up yet? Still after some grafting material. I'd be happy to send you an express post bag (and some $) and you could post the cuttings back. Thanks , Linda

Linton says... [2454 days 11hrs ago]

Yes its ready now. Please advise your email so I can provide my address more securely. Thank you.

Linda says... [2453 days 16hrs ago]

Hi Linton, linzap2 at g mail dot com Cheers

Harrison1 says... [2212 days 15hrs ago]

Hey Linton, I would like to speak to you about purchasing some plants of yours depending on availability. I am local also and can be contacted on 0431515202. My name is Gia. Thanks.

Linton says... [2210 days 11hrs ago]

I don't sell my plants very often as mentioned previously as I am only a home gardener and am not a commercial nursery. As you can see by the quantities below, I usually only have one plant of each species in my garden so there are rare any spares available. Cheers!

David E1 says... [2020 days 13hrs ago]

Hi Linton. You truly have an amazing collection. I was wondering if you are interested in doing any trading. I have lots of fruit trees, some quite unusual, but not on the same scale as your collection. What i lack in rarity and numbers i try to make up for in lushness and color with interesting ornamentals. I'm always looking to make contact with like minded people.

TareqMelb1 says... [1977 days 15hrs ago]

Hi Linton, You wrote in one of your replies that you have a canister. Can you share with me some tips in growing them in Melbourne? did they fruit for you?

TareqMelb1 says... [1694 days 18hrs ago]

Hi Linton, glad to hear from you. I saw your profile and it is very impressive. I am happy to exchange with you. is your Ceylon Hill from Daleys?I am also interested in your Chocolate Berry. my email is tareqhsa@yahoo.com lets communicate via email.

DSM says... [1634 days 6hrs ago]

Hi Linton, such an impressive variety of plants I could only dream of! Do you happen to have Z.Simulans (Sichuan Pepper) seeds or plants for sale? I can't find these anywhere and when I ordered seeds from o/s they were seized by customs for some reason. Thank you

Linton says... [1593 days 10hrs ago]

Yes, I have.

jenng says... [1418 days 20hrs ago]

Hi Linton, I saw your post about the Japanese Pepper Tree, Zanthoxylum piperitum and just wondering if you have any for sale? my email is jj.leung@hotmail.com Thanks

MelbFruit says... [1199 days 9hrs ago]

Thanks for the Pawpaw plants the other day (couple of weeks ago). I have their pots tucked amongst some potted subtropicals to break the wind a bit and keep them slightly warmer for the winter. Looks like you have an amazing collection of plants. I am just starting out.

sung says... [1094 days 20hrs ago]

Hi there: Just hoping if you would be willing to sale plant or tuber of the following species: Topi tombo, Ullucus tuberous and Youlk (platysace deflexa. I have been looking for them for years and I saw that you have been growing them. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Regards Sung

Natty says... [1045 days 11hrs ago]

You plants are amazing, I have been looking for a long time for Barbados gooseberry, would you be willing to sell any or sell seeds please?? Iâ€™m located in the Gold Coast Thank you so much

Paull says... [1044 days 10hrs ago]

Linton do you have topi tambo for sale?

Linton says... [1043 days 22hrs ago]

Hi Natty, I only have 1 Barbados gooseberry and it has never fruited so no seeds either at this stage.

Michael Choo says... [1043 days 18hrs ago]

Hi there, Good morning. Like to enquire if you have sea buckthorn plants/cuttings to sell in Mebourne.

Linton says... [1039 days 20hrs ago]

Waiting your answer below.

Linton says... [1036 days 22hrs ago]

There are a number of people growing topi tambo in Queensland. Please advise your location and contact details if you would like more information.

Paull says... [1025 days 8hrs ago]

Hi Linton, Iâ€™m in Sydney. Can it be grown here at all?

Linton says... [1013 days 11hrs ago]

Not sure. I'm just waiting now to see if my plant comes out of it's dormancy during winter. It grows well in Brisbane tho.

Troy says... [907 days 11hrs ago]

Hi Linton, Troy here, I lost your email address, if you could email me please mate, on icedingo@hotmail.com.

AlexVx says... [546 days 1hrs ago]

Hi Linton, Do you have any Lemba ( Curculigo latifolia ) seeds for sale ? I realy want to try to grow a Lemba plant, but it's hard to find seed

Linton says... [530 days 13hrs ago]

Hi Alex, sorry I don't have any Lemba plants any more.

Phillip.cjh says... [520 days 18hrs ago]

Hi Linton, do you have any Zanthoxylum piperitum seeds or plants to sell to South Australia? We're happy to cover any additional costs.

Yilei says... [335 days 6hrs ago]

Hi Linton, I see you have Diospyros rhombifolia in the garden, and want to ask if you may have some for sale? I've been looking for them in Australia for a long time, but unfortunately had no luck. It will be really great if you have some cuttings to sell if possible. I'm also in Victoria. Thanks, Yilei

AndrewLan000 says... [331 days 18hrs ago]

Hi Linton, I have been trying to get hold of a female Lindera benzoin plant & a couple of Horopito plants or seeds. Any help would be much appreciated. I am from Croydon 3136. My email is ....andrew_lanham@yahoo.com

Linton says... [271 days 11hrs ago]

Dear Yilei, sorry for delay but I just saw your message here. I bought the Diospyros rhombifolia tree from a nursery in Sydney a few years ago but I think they have closed down because I have been unable to contact them any more.

AndrewLan000 says... [267 days 17hrs ago]

Hi Linton. Would you be interested in selling me some Horopito or Lindera benzoin plants?...andrew_lanham@yahoo.com

PlumRob says... [80 days 9hrs ago]

Hello Linton, is there a way that I could buy some scions off you? I really like those rare lucumas! Thanks!

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Fruit Tree Forum Contributions

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Dracaena dragon tree dubious or delicious - No I never ate any of those fruit because the information was conflicting and inconclusive...184 days 12hrs
Horopito plant - Horopito plants are already grown here by a number of people, including the cultivars Red Leopard and Red Glow. Plants should be readily available in Spring but I’m wondering what you would use them for because I find that the leaves are far too hot to b..383 days 21hrs
Aglaia odorata chinese rice flower chinese perfume - Sadly my Algaia plants perished some time ago but not sure of the reason. Please let me know if you find anywhere there are plants available because I would like to try growing them again under different conditions. Thanks. ..902 days 23hrs
Hawthorne berry - I haven’t seen any place selling Crataegus azarolus plants for some years so they have really become scarce. Such a shame that the apple azorol tree is so underutilised in Australia and not sold in nurseries because it has finer fruit for eating fresh t..913 days 22hrs
Tinkering with tammies - Thanks for the suggestion. In fact I had just ordered some giberellic acid to see if that works. Really need to get these seeds sprouted in January so they have a chance of becoming established before next winter. Cheers and Merry Christmas!..933 days 23hrs

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Mulberry tree not fruiting - Hello, It's good that you have a nice and large tree already. The reason it has not fruited is because it is out of season. You should get some fruit later this year in Late Spring/Early Summer. Happy Gardening, Robert..Liked Answer 468 days 12hrs
Maqui from seed - Hi Nada Most maqui berries are dioecious meaning male and female flowers are produced from separate plants for pollination to bear fruit although some plants are hermaphrodite that is they have both the male and female reproductive system enabling them..Liked Answer 1993 days 12hrs
Tropical fruit trees successfuly grown in melbourne - David your Paxton should still be growing till September ~ mine are billiard ball size now and will keep growing ~ tried my Kensington Pride after ripening with a banana and would be on a par with the Honey Golds this year..Liked Answer 2228 days 21hrs
Mangos grown in melbourne - The Gomera 1 Probably the first Canary Island Mango grown in Australia and was done in Melbourne from seed ~ took 4 years ~ Small fruit but with Excellent flavour and low fibre although expected it to be turpy & fibrous ~ we were hoping it could be m..Liked Answer 2228 days 22hrs
Queen garnet plum - Result of the QG Seedling experiment - look for yourself - Have them bagged and found one had fallen caught on a twig - Tastes sweet off the tree and seems as dark at the CV - is the majority of the antioxidant resveratrol in the skin? I still have a se..Liked Answer 2732 days 12hrs
Mangoes in melbourne mission impossible - looks like the beginning of flower spikes I'd keep them and see if you can get a fruit to set. It's nice to see a tiny mango and knowing what the future holds. KPs are known to have mango flower from seed as early as 3 years. So it's possible. ..Liked Answer 2802 days 21hrs
Mangoes in melbourne mission impossible - Yes they are flowers, if you remove them too soon then it may just flower again in my experience...Liked Answer 2802 days 21hrs
Bush tucker or medicinal plants - The problem with so many bush foods is that they simply haven't had any sort of selective breeding. I would assume that Beach Bird's Eye has the largest fruit, but even they are still scant. I haven't tried any other alectryon species, although I have se..Liked Answer 2802 days 21hrs
Custard apples - We have had a month of record Sub tropical temperatures running till now with a good Tropical Rain today which has definitely helped my Paxton Prolific Atemoya at 37.8136..Liked Question 3038 days 13hrs
Common myrtle myrtus communis - the Mirto berries are used to prepare the black mirto liquor, when the leaves are used make the white mirto liquor. We use the leaves covering completely both side of the meet (usually milk breed lt. pig) wrap it in a tea towel and let resting for 1 hour,..Liked Answer 3144 days 11hrs
Forbidden fruits cherimoya - Thanks linton The fruit in pic is only mid size I got two over 1kg last year on FF, but one of the best things is the extended crop as the flowers set fruit all summer and into early Autumn in my location Eden. Check the photos for the imature fruit ..Liked Answer 3168 days 11hrs
Sumac spice - Should be back in canada in september Ought to be in seed that time of year The staghorn sumak is a common wild growing tree in Ontario/Quebec I'll see about harvesting some seed I'd also like to see if will grow in Thailand Nice plant-and not to cho..Liked Answer 3264 days 13hrs
Mangosteens - If you live close to the Beach in Perth you might try the seashore mangosteen. In Thailand they grow right on the beach and are used as umbrella's. I tried making multiple stem tree's with one seashore mangosteen as well, don't know the result yet...Liked Answer 3264 days 13hrs
If you can see this ill trade - John, Linton--the birthday cake annona seeds will be going out monday. And those pumpkin/melon seeds I promised. And tomatoes...Liked Answer 3714 days 11hrs
Rare peach tree - MJH, I got my hands on one today, from Bulleen Art and Garden. They had about half a dozen left, if you feel like a Sunday drive. I don't know they are that common - I've been chasing one for a couple of years! The only place I have seen them adverti..Liked Answer 4028 days 19hrs
Rare peach tree - Is anyone 100% certain blackboy = indian blood? Internet sources are telling me different things about this one. @Linton, I think I got the pick of the ones at BAAG. In it's pot it is 2M tall, with 3 nicely spaced branches. A bit upright but I can wei..Liked Answer 4028 days 19hrs
Rare peach tree - I'm not 100% sure I can only tell you they look identical and how many plum x peach hybrids are there?, about one? :)..Liked Question 4028 days 19hrs
Rare peach tree - Some sources indicate that Indian blood is a derivative of P..Liked Answer 4028 days 19hrs

Platanillo

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Update: 528 days 23hrs

Comments: - Fuchsia splendens, locally known as Platanillo is native to cloud forest regions from 6,000-9,000ft in Southern Mexico. The berries can be up to 2 inches, the largest of any Fuchsia species. The fruit are considered to have the best flavour for eating fresh of all the Fuchsia berries, being very juicy and having a lemony flavour with no aftertaste!

Planted: 2019

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

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Rhino Coffee

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Update: 530 days 13hrs

Comments: - Kraussia floribunda, known colloquially in Africa as Rhino Coffee, being food for the Black Rhino. Has glossy green foliage and bears edible, sweet tasting, purple fruits. Suitable for pot or container allowing it's beauty to be enjoyed close up.

Planted: 2023

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 5

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Acanthostachys Strobilacea

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Update: 569 days 20hrs

Comments: - The Pinecone Bromeliad is native to Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina. It bears red pine-cone like fruit about 2.5cms in length resembling a tiny pineapple. The fruits are edible and are said to have a good taste although I haven't tried them yet. A very tough and cold hardy plant.

Planted: 2021

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

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Allagoptera arenaria

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Update: 573 days 16hrs

Comments: - A fruit tree endemic to the Atlantic coast of Brazil, this Sand Palm only grows to 1.8 metres so the fruit will be easy to harvest. The fruit are said to taste superior to those of Butia capitata. Cold hardy down to -3 deg.C.

Planted: 2023

Height 30 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

Pollination: No

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Epiphyllum anguliger

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Update: 585 days 22hrs

Comments: - The Fishbone Cactus, Epiphyllum anguliger, can be grown in a hanging basket and is self fertile. The absolutely delicious fruit is reminiscent of Kiwi fruit with translucent green flesh and small black seeds.

Planted: 2022

Height 60 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

First Fruited: 1 Years from purchase in pot

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

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KnotofNature says... [308 days 11hrs ago]

Hi Linton, your plant list is very impressive! Most of these are not from Daleys?!

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Sea Buckthorn (Cutting)

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Update: 585 days 22hrs

Comments: - Sea Buckthorn - Hippophae Rhamnoides

Separate male and female plants are required to produce fruit. Growing 1 of each and find them very easy to grow requiring little or no care.
Cold hardy and nitrogen fixing in poor soil. They produce abundant yellow-orange round fruit with an orange passionfruit flavour - great for juice.

Height 2 metres

Growing: In the Ground

Qty: 2

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

Pollination: Hand Pollination

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Michael Choo says... [1043 days 18hrs ago]

Hi Linton, Do you have Sea buckthorn plants (male & female) or cuttings for sale? I am new to forum and located in Melbourne. Thanks.

Linton says... [1042 days 21hrs ago]

Should have some ready soon. If you would like to provide your contact details I will let you know.

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Marubaakigumi Elaeagnus rotundifolia

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Update: 602 days 21hrs

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Elaeagnus umbellata var. rotundifolia, is known in Japan as Marubaakigumi and is a compact form of E. umbellata, or Autumn Olive. The plants are nitrogen fixers and can grow on incredibly poor soil. Exceedingly cold hardy. Bears round red fruit in Autumn.

Planted: 2004

Height 50 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

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Fragaria chiloensis Pink Panda (Cutting)

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Update: 613 days 10hrs

Comments: - Fragaria Pink Panda is a hybrid cross between Marsh cinquefoil (Potentilla palustris) and the Beach Strawberry (Fragaria chiloensis). An improved form that is excellent for hanging baskets, it produces pink flowers and edible fruit.

Planted: 2023

Height 30 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

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Mirabelle Plum (Grafted)

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Update: 630 days 20hrs

Comments: - Mirabelle Plum, Prunus domestica subsp. syriaca, was first recorded in France in 1675. Prized for their superb flavour, the small yellow fruits are incredibly sweet and tangy, with a taste of honey. The tree is partially self fertile and requires 500-700 chill hours.

Planted: 2023

Height 3 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

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Balsam Fir

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Update: 632 days 21hrs

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Abies balsamea - The highly aromatic Balsam Fir.

Deliciously fruity and intense, Balsam Fir tip buds enhance all sorts of savoury dishes and deserts. They have a fruit-like candy flavour with notes of cherry.

Planted: 2022

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

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Agonandra excelsa

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Update: 632 days 21hrs

Comments: - Native to Brazil and Argentina where it is locally known as Amay. The spherical fruit are about 2 - 3cm and taste like lime orange with kiwi. Very rare and resistant to frost down to -2 deg.C.

Planted: 2023

Height 10 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

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Montalban Lucuma

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Update: 632 days 21hrs

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Pouteria Lucuma - Montalban

New Zealand Tree Crops Association in Auckland, rescued scionwood of two Peruvian cultivars, 'Montalban' and 'La Molina' when the Pukekohe trees were bulldozed and these are no longer commercially available.

Montalban produces silky sweet fruits and is self fertile.

Planted: 2017

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

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Comments

mcmelb1 says... [2648 days 7hrs ago]

so is this a striked cutting or a graft?

Linton says... [2647 days 11hrs ago]

Seedling

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Medicine Bush

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Update: 632 days 21hrs

Comments: - The medicine Bush, Coelospermum reticulatum, a native of Arnhem Land and Cape Your Peninsula, likes full sun to part shade. It bears creamy white flowers followed by globular fleshy berries that are reported as edible. Vision

Planted: 2023

Height 40 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

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Chrysophyllum viride

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Update: 648 days 21hrs

Comments: - Native to Misiones Argentina, and Brazil where it is known for it's delicious yellow fruit with exceptional flavour. The fruits are very similar to Abiu but smaller. Reported as cold hardy down to -4 degC.

Planted: 2023

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

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Dwarf Fire Bush

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Update: 650 days 17hrs

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Hamelia patens Compacta - Dwarf Fire Bush

The small black fruits have an acidic, refreshing taste and in Mexico they are used to make a fermented drink. Can be grown in full sun or part shade but best if protected over winter in Melbourne.

Planted: 2023

Height 50 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

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Noble Fir Abies procera (Grafted)

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Update: 653 days 15hrs

Comments: - The young tips of the Noble Fir have sweet, citrus, and grapefruit flavours. The tips are sometimes used to impart a grapefruit flavour to gin. The young unripe pinecones are tender and edible......sweet, citrusy and lots of pine. The texture is like biting into a succulent.

Planted: 2023

Height 50 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

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Agapetes hosseana

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Update: 654 days 11hrs

Comments: - Closely related to Blueberries and endemic to the mountains of Northern Thailand. The pearl like berries are edible with a slightly sweet, mild flavour. Well suited to hanging baskets.

Planted: 2022

Height 50 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

First Fruited: 1 Years from purchase in pot

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

Pollination: No

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Tejocote (Grafted)

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Update: 678 days 20hrs

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Tejocote - Crataegus mexicana

Probably not the best fruit for eating fresh, in Mexico the fruits are boiled in syrup to make a delicious dish. Very hardy in Melbourne, both cold and drought tolerant, pest resistant and not fussy about soil so it is one of the easiest trees there is to grow.

Planted: 2017

Height 3 metres

Growing: In the Ground

Qty: 2

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

Pollination: No

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Larix decidua - European Larch

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Update: 678 days 20hrs

Comments: - Probably the best thing about growing Larix trees is to pickle the tiny petite pinecones called Larch Roses that form along the branches. These mini 'Larch roses' are highly esteemed for picklilng by chefs. Pickled at the right stage, these Larch roses are exquisite and retain their flavour well after pickling. The new shoots of Larch trees can be used to make a sweet and refreshing cordial.

Planted: 2022

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

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Dwarf Japanese Pine Nut (Grafted)

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Update: 679 days 20hrs

Comments: - Japanese Stone Pine, Pinus pumila, also known as Siberian Stone Pine, dwarf type of about 2 or 3 metres. Bears cones and hence nuts at a young age and my tree is further enhanced for early bearing by being a grafted plant.

Planted: 2022

Height 50 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Pollination: No

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Dovyalis abyssinica x d. hebecarpa - Tropical Apricot

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Update: 712 days 10hrs

Comments: -

Dovyalis abyssinica x hebecarpa - Tropical Apricot

Produces an orange velvet-skinned fruit about 1 inch diameter with a flavour resembling Apricot. This Hybrid is said to produce the best tasting fruit of all Dovyalis species and is more hardy than other types. Should manage well in our hot dry conditions also.

Planted: 2017

Height 3 metres

Growing: In the Ground

Qty: 3

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

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Epidendrum ibaguense

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Update: 760 days 20hrs

Comments: - The Crucifix Orchid, Epidendrum ibaguense, is a hardy and easy to grow edible orchid. It's leaves taste just like watermelon when chewed and the edible flowers make a colourful garnish.

Planted: 2023

Height 40 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

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Yucca baccata Anasazi Supersweet

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Update: 761 days 12hrs

Comments: - Banana Yucca can produce excellent fruits that taste like banana mixed with sweet potato. The roasted fruit are said to be unbelievably sweet. The plant can withstand temperatures down to -20 deg.C.

Planted: 2021

Height 40 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

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New Zealand Pepper

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Update: 761 days 12hrs

Comments: -

Enjoying a cold drink made from New Zealand Pepper fruit on a hot day.

Macropiper excelsum is just one of several plant species commonly known as New Zealand Pepper. The fruit are quite sweet with a juicy soft pulp and very likeable, but contain numerous tiny black seeds.Unlike most piper species, it is very cold hardy and it grows perfectly and fruits prolifically in Melbourne.

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 3

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

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Mammillaria prolifera

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Update: 800 days 20hrs

Comments: - A type of small cactus that bears tiny pink red berries which have a flavour like strawberries. Can produce multiple crops per year. Perfect for growing in pots.

Planted: 2023

Height 10 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

First Fruited: 1 Months from Purchase in Pot

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Pouteria gardneriana - Aguai Guacu

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Update: 813 days 11hrs

Comments: - Not much information available about this species online. Trying it outdoors to determine if it is cold hardy in Melbourne over winter. When mature, this tree should produce large pear shaped yellow fruit about 6cm long.

Planted: 2023

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

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Pinkberry - Leptecophylla juniperina (Seedling)

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Update: 818 days 13hrs

Comments: - Leptecophylla juniperina Tasmanian Pinkberry

Also growing the similar "Mountain Berry" - Leptecophylla juniperina subsp. parvifolia.

Trying to germinate seeds of the larger fruiting Eastern Pinkberry - Leptecophylla divaricata.

Planted: 2017

Height 60 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

First Fruited: 1 Years from purchase in pot

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

Pollination: No

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Austrocylindropuntia vestita

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Update: 818 days 13hrs

Comments: -

A small furry cactus covered with white hair. Numerous deep red flowers develop in Spring followed by small edible fruits. Being a compact plant, I find it's best grown in a pot.

Planted: 2022

Height 30 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

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Chilean Hazel Gevuina avellana (Cutting)

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Update: 823 days 21hrs

Comments: - The Chilean Hazel is a highly ornamental tree that is said to produce a delicious nut similar to a sweet chestnut. The fruit is also edible. It is self fertile and should prove very hardy in Melbourne.

Planted: 2022

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

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Capparis sarmentosa

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Update: 826 days 21hrs

Comments: -

Capparis sarmentosa

A native vinous bush in the Caper family. It produces deep red berries that taste like a cross between a passionfruit and a grape. Easy to propagate from seeds but grows slowly thereafter.

Planted: 2019

Height 30 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 4

Sun/Shade: Full Shade

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Yellow Asphodel

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Update: 826 days 21hrs

Comments: - Asphodeline lutea is a wild harvested vegetable throughout the Mediterranean region. The roots, leaves and flowers are all edible. The flowers are sweet and the roasted roots are popular in Greece. Hardy to -15 deg.C.

Planted: 2023

Height 30 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

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Freycinetia scandens Climbing Pandan

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Update: 829 days 10hrs

Comments: - A scrambling vine from the rainforests of Queensland. They need a damp, shaded position and grow well outdoors over winter in Melbourne. Bears bright red edible fruit resembling strawberries.

Planted: 2022

Height 40 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Full Shade

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Flueggea virosa - White Berry Bush

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Update: 829 days 10hrs

Comments: - The White Berry Bush, Flueggea virosa, is native to Western Australia around Broome. It bears white fleshy edible fruits that taste like peas. Hardy in Melbourne but it is dioecious so male and female plants need to be grown for fruit.

Planted: 2021

Height 50 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

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Microcachrys tetragona Strawberry Pine

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Update: 829 days 10hrs

Comments: -

Microcachrys tetragona, the creeping strawberry pine is a low shrub up to 1 metre, native to alpine regions in Tasmania. It is dioecious with the female plants producing edible red berries that look a bit like small strawberries. It seems easy to grow in Melbourne although it may not like the hot summers so it would be best kept in a cool shady position.

Planted: 2020

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 3

Sun/Shade: Full Shade

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Parakeelya

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Update: 831 days 7hrs

Comments: -

Parakeelya is a fairly rare Calandrinia species from the arid desert regions of Western Australia. It has a decorative edible flower. This entire plant was eaten by aboriginal people who valued the crisp white succulent roots. The flowers are great in salads and stir-fries. Watch:

youtube.com/watch?v=uQaqeIhgUSI

Planted: 2023

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

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Dendrobium speciosum

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Update: 832 days 17hrs

Comments: -

One of the easiest orchid species to grow, the Sydney Rock Orchid is found all along the east coast down to Victoria. The starchy stems can be roasted, deep fried or mashed and the flowers can be used as a delightful edible garnish in salads.

Planted: 2022

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

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Diploglottis diphyllostegia

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Update: 836 days 10hrs

Comments: - This Northern Tamarind is endemic to Queensland. Produces yellow fruits with an edible aril. Can also be used to make a refreshing drink.

Planted: 2022

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

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Muntries

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Update: 841 days 20hrs

Comments: -

Muntries - Kunzea pomifera. The taste is sweet and fresh, a mixture of green apples and eucalypt.

Planted: 2020

Height 1 metres

Growing: In the Ground

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

Pollination: No

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Portulaca Omega Red

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Update: 841 days 20hrs

Comments: - Portulaca Omega red originated from a remote area 100km east of Broome, W.A. The cultivar has been named P. Omega red to promote it's red colour. The leaves, stems and seeds are all edible. Sturt University has conducted studies on this plant for its health benefits and found it to contain very high levels of anti-oxidants. It is well known that most Portulaca species contain more Omega-3 fatty acids than any other plant source!

Planted: 2023

Height 15 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

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Guabiyu (Seedling)

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Update: 841 days 21hrs

Comments: -

Guabiyu - Myrcianthes Pungens

Slow growing for the first couple of years but they have been reported as producing fruit within 3 or 4 years. The fruit are very sweet with excellent flavour. Very hardy tree being cold tolerant and suitable for growing in Melbourne.

Planted: 2016

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

First Fruited: 5 Years from purchase in pot

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

Pollination: No

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mcmelb1 says... [2689 days 8hrs ago]

Do they taste good? I tried a few berries and they tasted sweet but insipid, completely lacking any acid. Do you think it was the tree i picked them from? It was growing in a shady area.

Linton says... [2687 days 21hrs ago]

Yes, they are sweet without any acidity which some people prefer so whether they are considered to taste good is somewhat subjective depending on the persons tastes. If you want something with more acidity why not just grow Surinam Cherries, easy to grow and highly acidic.

mcmelb1 says... [2687 days 15hrs ago]

I thought the fruits tasted a bit like nata de coco. I'm already growing surinam cherries, thanks for the recommendation though!

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Salicornia quinqueflora

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Update: 842 days 10hrs

Comments: -

Another edible marsh plant that falls under the umbrella of Samphire species. This legendary plant has been plated with various names such as Sea Beans and Beach Asparagus and is probably the most commonly utilised Samphire for culinary purposes. It can be eaten fresh in salads, steamed, stir fried or pickled.

Planted: 2023

Height 15 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

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CambuÃ - Myrciaria delicatula

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Update: 843 days 21hrs

Comments: - Myrciaria delicatula is native to southern Brazil and Argentina so I expect it will exhibit sufficient cold tolerance to grow well in Melbourne. The tree is highly ornamental and produces orange-red fruit that have a succulent juicy sweet pulp.

Planted: 2022

Height 40 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

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Santalum obtusifolium - Dwarf Sandalwood

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Update: 843 days 22hrs

Comments: - The dwarf Quandong tree, Santalum obtusifolium, is a member of the Sandalwood family that occurs along the east coast of Australia. it grows as a small bush, usually about 1 metre, so is ideal for pot culture or where there is limited space. It bears deep purple fruit prolifically which are said to be edible and the seeds appear identical to the more common Sandalwood nuts that are good eating.

Planted: 2023

Qty: 2

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Japanese Yam Mukago Potatoes (Seedling)

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Update: 844 days 7hrs

Comments: - Tiny Mukago Potatoes are the small aerial tubers of Yamaimo, or Japanese Yam plant. Dioscorea japonica also produces a large underground tuber with a sticky white pulp. Both the aerial potatoes and the tuber have a variety of uses in Japanese cuisine such as Mukago Rice which is very simple to prepare.

Planted: 2019

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 3

Sun/Shade: Full Shade

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Myrciaria tenella

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Update: 844 days 8hrs

Comments: -

Myrciaria tenella is a wild Jaboticaba that bears red skinned fruit with translucent white flesh. Flavour is said to be good, acidic and sweet.It's a small bush to about 2 metres.

Planted: 2022

Height 40 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

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Quilineja Luzuriaga radicans

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Update: 845 days 10hrs

Comments: -

Luzuriaga radicans also known as Quilineja

This is a beautiful Chilean climber with delicate white flowers. It produces edible bright-red berries which were once popular in Chile but is rarely seen these days. It is rated as being difficult to cultivate.

Planted: 2020

Height 50 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Sun/Shade: Full Shade

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Aidia racemosa

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Update: 845 days 10hrs

Comments: -

Aidia racemosa, also known as Archer Cherry, occurs throughout Northern Australia including Queensland and Northern Australia.The bright red fruits are about 1cm long and are best eaten when they turn dark purple.

Planted: 2022

Height 50 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

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Melodorum leichhardtii - Fruit Salad Vine (Seedling) ^9/10

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Update: 847 days 21hrs

Comments: -

Melodorum leichhardtii (Zig Zag Vine, Acid Drop or Fruit Salad Vine)

This climber likes some support or it can be pruned to be grown as a shrub. It likes semi shade and well drained soil although I have been growing them in full shade. It belongs to the Annona family and produces edible orange fruit having an orange sherbert flavour. The fragrant flowers are said to smell exactly like the confectionery banana lollies you can buy from the shop.

Very slow growing at first but otherwise very easy to look after and requires virtually no care.

Planted: 2014

Height 2 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Sun/Shade: Full Shade

Water Given in: Autumn

Summer

When I Fertilise: Never

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Blackseed Samphire

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Update: 847 days 21hrs

Comments: - Tecticornia pergranulata can be grown in pots which are then placed in a tray of water with sea salt added. This enables the plant to absorb the salt through it's root system. There are many recipes online which show how to prepare this useful plant for culinary purposes. Best harvested from early summer.

Planted: 2023

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 3

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

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Kesambi

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Update: 849 days 10hrs

Comments: -

Malay Lac Tree - Schleichera Oleosa

The small, plum sized Kesambi fruit of the Malay Lac Tree would probably be one of the most relishing fruit I have tried for a long time. Often grown for it's ornamental value and slow growth lending it to perfect use as a bonsai.

Planted: 2023

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

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Pawpaw Banana Lolly

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Update: 851 days 22hrs

Comments: - The Banana Lolly Pawpaw is a variation from New Zealand where it produces fruit that have a different flavour to all other Asiminas. They are described as tasting like Banana Lollies, the yellow banana shaped candies you used to buy at the local shop as a kid.

Planted: 2022

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Full Shade

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Caimitillo (Seedling)

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Update: 855 days 21hrs

Comments: -

Caimitillo fruit - Chrysophyllum oliviforme

The fruit is described as a small purple fruit with sweet white flesh about the size of an olive and can be eaten fresh. It is much hardier than Star Apple as it can tolerate some frost and has been easy to grow outdoors in Melbourne.

Planted: 2016

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

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Bulbine vagans (Cutting)

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Update: 855 days 21hrs

Comments: - B. vagans is rarely seen compared to the more common bulbine species. Expect it will produce similar sweet corms that can be harvested all year and are best eaten roasted.

Planted: 2022

Height 30 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

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Saigon cinnamon - quáº¿ thanh

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Update: 909 days 18hrs

Comments: - Saigon Cinnamon, que thanh, also known as Vietnamese cinnamon, comes from the tree Cinnamomum loureiroi. Despite it's name, Saigon cinnamon actually hails from forests outside Hanoi, Vietnam. It has a unique, strong, sweet, and spicy flavour that is different to the commercially produced cinnamon. The bark, usually harvested from young branches, is used for baking and made into cordial.

Planted: 2021

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Pollination: Self Pollination

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Schisandra chinensis - Five-flavour berry

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Update: 909 days 18hrs

Comments: -

Schisandra chinensis - Five-flavour berry. This one is a bi-sexual plant having male and female flowers on the one plant but produces better if 2 or more are grown. It's deciduous and very cold hardy as it can tolerate some frost.

Planted: 2019

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

Pollination: Hand Pollination

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Tasmanian Snow Berry

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Update: 909 days 18hrs

Comments: - The Snow Berry, Gaultheria hispida, is endemic to the cooler regions of Tasmania so it is best grown in a shady and moist position. The pure white berries are edible with a little sweetness when fully ripe.

Planted: 2022

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Sun/Shade: Full Shade

Pollination: Self Pollination

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Carallia brachiata

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Update: 909 days 18hrs

Comments: - Carallia brachiata is loving the hot days of summer by producing attractive new flushes of lime green foliage. In Northern Australia, Carallia brachiata is known as the Bush Currant due to the bright red and yellow edible fruit.

Planted: 2022

Height 80 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

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Princess Persimmon

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Update: 909 days 18hrs

Comments: -

Princess Persimmon

Diospyros rhombifolia

A beautiful cold hardy persimmon with bright green foliage. It is self fertile and bears amazing small edible orange fruits.

Planted: 2020

Height 60 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

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Malvaviscus arboreus

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Update: 909 days 18hrs

Comments: -

Turks Cap and Mexican Apples. One of the easiest plants to grow that there is. Often called Turks Cap due to the appearance of bright red flowers and the name of Mexican Apples because the fruit taste like apples. The berries are up to 2cm and have little or no tartness, just sweetness. They are used to make a refreshing drink called Agua Fresca in Mexico.

Planted: 2021

Height 50 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

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Uvilla - Patagonian Wild Currant

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Update: 982 days 22hrs

Comments: - Ribes magellanicum belongs to the currant family and is native to Patagonia (Southern Chile and Argentina). It is very cold tolerant down to -8 degC and can withstand some periods of snow cover. Can grow up to 3 metres and requires some sun for best fruiting.

Planted: 2022

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Pollination: No

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POLANGO - Cycnogeton procerum

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Update: 987 days 23hrs

Comments: - Cycnogeton procerum (syn. Triglochin procerum), commonly known as water ribbons, is an aquatic plant that can also be grown in a pot as a land plant. It produces a long flower stalk which are followed by small green fruit that are great eaten straight off the plant. The edible tubers are also produced abundantly.

Planted: 2021

Height 60 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Pollination: No

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Clove Currant - Ribes odoratum

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Update: 1006 days 22hrs

Comments: - A deciduous shrub which produces red or black berries that usually have a sweet, musky flavour. The flowers can be eaten raw and also have a sweet taste. The leaves can be used to make a tea.

Planted: 2021

Height 60 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

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Xanthoceras sorbifolium (Seedling)

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Update: 1026 days 9hrs

Comments: -

Xanthoceras sorbifolium

Wen Guan Guo

Also known as Chinese Flowering Chestnut, it's a highly ornamental small tree that produces nuts that taste a bit like Macadamias. The leaves and flowers are generally eaten cooked while the nuts can be eaten raw or cooked.

Planted: 2018

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 3

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

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Scorpio518 says... [485 days 21hrs ago]

Hi there, I was wondering if you had these available?

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Zanthoxylum piperitum Japanese Pepper

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Update: 1026 days 9hrs

Comments: -

Zanthoxylum piperitum

Japanese Pepper

The Japanese Pepper Tree is a wonderful small tree, being highly ornamental and having most fragrant foliage. The leaves are highly aromatic and it is probably the only pepper tree where the leaves can be used in cooking as well as the berries.

Young fresh leaves are known as Kinome. Dried and powdered leaves are called Sansho. All edible parts of this species have a lemony aroma and undertaste. The Japanese Pepper tree is dioecious, so you need both a female and male tree to produce the pepper berries, but if you just need the leaves only 1 tree is required.

Planted: 2017

Height 2 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

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Jumping says... [988 days 16hrs ago]

Hi Linton. I've enjoyed your comments on a thread about this plant. If you have any seedlings for sale, I'm interested. Thanks. Mick

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Eugenia catharinensis

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Update: 1026 days 9hrs

Comments: - There seems to be little information available about this uncommon Eugenia species. It comes from southern Brazil where there is a tropical dry season. It's growth is shrublike and the fruit are described as having a very good cherry flavour.

Planted: 2021

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

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Clavija lehmannii - Truffula Tree

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Update: 1026 days 21hrs

Comments: - Small tree that bears bright orange fruit about the size of a golf ball with a creamy edible pulp. It is described as being cool hardy but not frost tolerant so I will keep them in pots so they can be given some protection over winter.

Planted: 2021

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

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Eugenia squamiflora

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Update: 1027 days 10hrs

Comments: - Eugenia squamiflora, Uvaia brilhante, is said to be one of the best tasting Eugenias. It produces bright orange fruit approx. 4cm and is cold hardy down to 0 deg.C.

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Full Shade

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Nanchuan Jackfruit (Seedling)

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Update: 1038 days 20hrs

Comments: -

Artocarpus nanchuanensis - Nanchuan Jackfruit

Very rare variety only discovered in 1979 on Golden Buddha Mountain in China where there are less than 100 trees growing in the wild. It seems to exhibit a little more cold hardiness than other Artocarpus species I have tried growing and the plants have come through the last 3 winters when kept with some protection.

Planted: 2015

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

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Kunzea ambigua

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Update: 1038 days 20hrs

Comments: - Kunzea ambigua is a medicinal plant registered for use in commercially produced pain relief creams. Sweet-scented Kunzea leaves have a fresh, minty aroma that can be used for a tasteful tea or as a zesty flavour in cooking.

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

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Quandong Tree - Santalum acuminatum

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Update: 1039 days 20hrs

Comments: -

Quandongs are very hardy and tolerant of semi-desert to moist temperate conditions. The bright red fruit are called native peach but are much more acidic. When cooked, the pulp reminds me of rhubarb, both in texture and flavour, and makes a great topping for icecream.

Planted: 2022

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 4

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Monkey Orange (Seedling) ^10/10

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Update: 1041 days 22hrs

Comments: -

Growing Green Monkey Orange - Strychnos spinosa and Black Monkey Orange - Strychnos madagascariensis.

They are both very hardy of hot, dry conditions and can grow in sand and poor rocky soil. They produce yellow fruits that taste like apricots if dried.

Planted: 2016

Height 2 metres

Growing: In the Ground

Qty: 2

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

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Baw Baw Berry (Cutting)

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Update: 1043 days 11hrs

Comments: - Wittsteinia vacciniacea, the Baw Baw Berry, is an ultra rare species endemic to Victoria growing only in a few locations in alpine areas. Tolerant of frost and snow. Has fragrant flowers and edible greenish white fruit.

Planted: 2022

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

Water Given in: Spring

Spring

Pollination: Self Pollination

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Dwarf Pawpaw

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Update: 1043 days 11hrs

Comments: - Asimina obovata, along with most other Florida Asiminas, tends to be a smaller plant than the more usual Pawpaw that is grown in Australia. A. obovata is commonly called the Bigflower Pawpaw and grows as a bush or a small tree.

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 3

Pollination: Self Pollination

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Comarostaphylis diversifolia

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Update: 1043 days 20hrs

Comments: -

Comarostaphyllis, Summer Holly, is a rare shrub with unique red fruits. The plant is totally drought proof and once established it only needs to be watered once or twice over the entire summer. The fruit is a bright red, juicy drupe with a bumpy skin.

Planted: 2022

Height 10 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Pollination: Self Pollination

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Barbados Gooseberry - Tsunya

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Update: 1050 days 12hrs

Comments: - The Rose Cactus, Pereskia aculeata, is also known as Barbados Gooseberry, Lemon Vine or Tsunya. Both the juicy yellow fruit and the fleshy leaves are edible. The plant grows well in Melbourne but so far it has never flowered or fruited here.

Planted: 2017

Height 3 metres

Growing: In the Ground

Qty: 1

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Terminalia microcarpa

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Update: 1050 days 15hrs

Comments: - Terminalia microcarpa, or Damson, is a very decorative tree from the tropics with highly scented flowers and edible purple fruit. So far the tree has come through winter under shelter while still putting out new growth.

Planted: 2021

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Pollination: Self Pollination

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Balsam of Peru

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Update: 1050 days 15hrs

Comments: - Balsum of Peru is a dark coloured resin that comes from the tree Myroxylon balsamun. It is used for medicinal purposes and in cosmetics having the fragrance of vanilla and cinnamon. The tree is hardy in Melbourne.

Planted: 2022

Height 30 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Pollination: Self Pollination

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Monk Fruit (Seedling)

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Update: 1051 days 21hrs

Comments: -

Luo Han Guo - Monk Fruit

Siraitia grosvenorii

It's cultivated in China and Northern Thailand for the extract from it's fruit which is 300 times sweeter than sugar. The plants have grown well over Summer but will need to see how they go over Winter in Melbourne. Even if they die back, hopefully they will regrow in the Spring but this remains to be seen. Reports indicate that they can tolerate cool and foggy conditions.

Planted: 2017

Height 1.5 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

Pollination: Self Pollination

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DTown says... [1056 days 10hrs ago]

This is one fruit I dream of having. Being Diabetic, it appears this is one of the healthiest forms of sugar replacement, unfortunately it is often found with other substances. If I could harvest the fruit myself and use the pure extract, I would know what is in it. The sweetness is much stronger than sugar, only a small amount would be needed. Living in Perth W.A. I'm assuming the warmer climate would suit it, although the lack of humidity could also affect its gr gowth. Do you have seeds or seedlings I could purchase? Or do you know of a safe place to order a plant or seeds, preferably in Australia, that has any??

Linton says... [1043 days 11hrs ago]

Sorry I don't know any place in Australia where you can order this plant or seeds. My plants have never fruited so no seeds and I have not been successful in starting any cuttings.

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Osteomeles schwerinae

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Update: 1052 days 15hrs

Comments: - Osteomeles schwerinae is a plant in the rose family (Rosaceae) and is native to Western China. It's little white flowers have a perfume like roses, and the purple black fruit is sweet tasting with light pruple juice.

Planted: 2022

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Pollination: Self Pollination

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Patagonian Pineapple - Greigia sphacelata

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Update: 1052 days 16hrs

Comments: - Rarely seen in cultivation, the Patagonian Pineapple is a rather rare plant from the forests of southern Chile and is extremely cold tolerant. It produces small fruit called Chupons which combine the flavour of Pineapple, Kiwi and Coconut.

Planted: 2020

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 3

First Fruited: 2 Years from purchase in pot

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

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Ananas nana

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Update: 1103 days 9hrs

Comments: - The mini pineapple, Ananas nana, is much more hardy than regular pineapples and can be easily grown outdoors in Melbourne. The tiny fruit taste similar to normal sized pineapples, just a pity there's not more flesh to enjoy. They prefer a lot of sun and are drought tolerant, but produce the best fruit when watered weekly during the warmer months.

Planted: 2021

Height 80 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

Pollination: Self Pollination

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Berchemia zeyheri

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Update: 1106 days 10hrs

Comments: -

PINK IVORY

LATIN: BERCHEMIA ZEYHERI

A very drought hardy tree native to southern Africa. The fruits are delicious and are usually eaten fresh or stored in containers. The sticky, sweet, dried fruits can last for several months without any processing and can be eaten later.

Planted: 2020

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Pollination: Self Pollination

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Eugenia minutifolia â€“ Yellow Cherry

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Update: 1106 days 12hrs

Comments: - Commonly known as Yellow Cherry, Eugenia minutifolia comes from the island of Santa Catarina and was only introduced into cultivation in 2010. The orange yellow fruits are juicy with a sweet-sour flavour up to 2.5cm.

Planted: 2022

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Pollination: Self Pollination

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Plinia phitrantha - Esalq

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Update: 1106 days 12hrs

Comments: - The Esalq Plinia produces large red fruits 3-4cm with large seeds and excellent sweet flavour. The trees are heavy producers and can fruit year round. Fruiting starts at 4 - 7 years old.

Planted: 2021

Height 60 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

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Kadsura coccinea (Seedling) ^8/10

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Update: 1106 days 21hrs

Comments: -

Kadsura coccinea, Na rung, a fast growing and hardy climber from Vietnam and China where the fruit are harvested from vines growing in the wild. The fruits are usually red skinned but can be other colours as well. Best grown in shade as it does not like strong sun. Otherwise, very easy to look after and requires little care.

Planted: 2015

Height 3 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 3

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

Water Given in: Summer

After Fruiting

Pollination: Hand Pollination

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GuapomÃ³ - Salacia elliptica

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Update: 1106 days 21hrs

Comments: - Native to Brazil, Guapomo is not often cultivated due to it's exceedingly slow growth. Produces a large fruit up to 7cm with a sweet pulp. Hardy in Melbourne but slow growing.

Planted: 2020

Height 60 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Pollination: Self Pollination

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Diamond River Longan ^8/10

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Update: 1107 days 21hrs

Comments: -

Diamond River Longan

Propagated from seeds, this is one of the many types of Longan trees that I am growing. The Diamond River variety is said to be a reliable producer. Once at maturity it should produce fruit year in and year out without fail.

Planted: 2016

Height 2 metres

Growing: In the Ground

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

Water Given in: Summer

After Fruiting

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Fruitman says... [3071 days 17hrs ago]

Hi Linton, I noticed that your Diamond River Longan is going well. I am not too far from you and wanted to go one from seeds. If I can successfully get a plant from the seedling, I intend to grow it on the pot so that I can bring it into the house during the winter months. Do you have any tips on how to grow the Longan tree successfully based on your experience? Looking forward to your reply and thanking you in anticipation. Patrick

Linton says... [3070 days 17hrs ago]

Hi Patrick Sorry but I don't have any spare Diamond River Longans left but you can buy seeds of it from Fruitlovers Nursery in Hawaii and they will send them here. It is not the best variety to grow as the fruit are a bit small. I do have a large fruiting Thai variety spare if you are interested in that one and it was grown from seed. There is a Longan tree in Springvale that has had fruit over Summer and they will grow outdoors in Melbourne. They don't need to be brought inside over Winter. But seed grown trees take a long time to fruit, maybe 7 - 10 years so it's better to get a grafted one in you can afford it as they will fruit much quicker. I had flowers on a grafted Longan this year that I have only had for 6 months so I expect it to fruit next year. Cheers!

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Eugenia Anthropophaga

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Update: 1107 days 21hrs

Comments: - Uncommon species recently discovered in north-eastern Brazil and classified as highly endangered. Can flower within 3 years and the yellow elongated fruit are sweet and said to taste like passionfruit.

Planted: 2022

Height 25 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

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Honey Heart Cherimoya

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Update: 1108 days 10hrs

Comments: - Honey Heart are the earliest of the Cherimoyas to ripen, as early as December. Honey Heart fruit are very sweet and considered to be the juiciest. It has large sized fruit and is best for making drinks.

Planted: 2021

Height 3 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Pollination: Self Pollination

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Tanaka - Giant Fruit TANAKA LOQUAT

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Update: 1109 days 10hrs

Comments: - Named after Dr. Yoshio Tanaka, this variety produces remarkable sized fruit with excellent flavour and little acidity. The ratio of flesh to seeds is exceptional and the fruit have an extended keeping quality. The Tanaka Loquat tree is highly productive and said to be one of the best Loquat fruit varieties available.

Planted: 2020

Height 2 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Pollination: Self Pollination

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Streptopus amplexifolius

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Update: 1109 days 21hrs

Comments: -

Streptopus amplexifolius

Watermelon berry

Grows to about 1 metre and produces oval red berries about 1.5 cm long. Grows best in full shade or semi shade. The berries are juicy with a cucumber flavour and young shoots can be eaten raw in salads or cooked like asparagus. A multipurpose plant that originates from North America, Alaska and Greenland.

Planted: 2018

Height 60 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Sun/Shade: Full Shade

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Mahonia napaulensis

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Update: 1109 days 21hrs

Comments: -

A close relative of the Oregon Grape, Mahonia napaulensis is native to the Himalayas - Nepal, Bhutan, Sikkim and Assam. The yellow flowers have a delicate sweet fragrance and can be used to prepare a lemonade like beverage. The purple fruit can be eaten fresh or dried like raisins. They can also be used to make a rich purple syrup that is delicious on icecream.

Height 60 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Pollination: Self Pollination

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Rusty Plum Niemeyera whitei

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Update: 1110 days 19hrs

Comments: - A rare and vulnerable rainforest species from northern NSW and SE Qld. Bears large globular purple black fruit up to 5cm with pink edible flesh. Very hardy and easy to grow in Melbourne.

Planted: 2020

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Full Shade

Pollination: Self Pollination

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Bomarea edulis - Salsilla

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Update: 1113 days 10hrs

Comments: - Salsilla is a very hardy climber from Mexico and south to the Andes and Chile. It is often harvested from the wild for the sumptuous tubers which are sold in local markets. The tubers are cooked before eating and the creamy pulp is described as having a light and delicate flavour. They like shady conditions, are not tolerant of heat and prefer a cool humid environment. During winter, the tubers can withstand temperatures down to minus 15 deg. C.

Planted: 2019

Height 2 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

First Fruited: 2 Years from purchase in pot

Sun/Shade: Full Shade

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Chocolate Berry

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Update: 1113 days 10hrs

Comments: -

Chocolate Berry

Leycesteria formosa

Soft, squishy berries that taste like treacle or like chocolate when fully ripe. Hailed as the most delicious tasting berries in the world!

Fruiting Months January, February, March

Planted: 2017

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

First Fruited: 1 Years from purchase in pot

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kausikck76 says... [1691 days 20hrs ago]

Another amazing variety in your collection.

kausikck76 says... [1691 days 16hrs ago]

Mate if you not mind asking where can I buy this berry from? Thanks.

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Euclea crispa - Blue Guarri (Seedling)

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Update: 1113 days 10hrs

Comments: -

Euclea crispa Blue Guarri

Euclea crispa is a very hardy, drought resistant, small evergreen tree has a white stem and beautiful blue-green or olive-green leaves.It's rated as having good frost resistance to several degrees below freezing. It bears delicious edible black berries.

Planted: 2020

Height 25 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

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Melicytus dentatus

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Update: 1113 days 20hrs

Comments: - The Tree Violet, Melicytus dentatus, is native to the southern states and can be found growing in reserves around Melbourne. In spring, the trees are covered in pale yellow bell shaped flowers that release a beautiful violet scented perfume. These are followed by small rounded purple grey berries.

Planted: 2021

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

Pollination: Self Pollination

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Topi Tambo - Cá»§ LÃ¹n

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Update: 1114 days 10hrs

Comments: -

Also known as Sweet Corn plant due to the flavour of the tubers. Botanically, it is called Calathea Allouia. It is a member of the Marantaceae family which is the same family that Arrowroot belongs to. Topi Tambo produces white round roots that can be boiled or steamed with a similar flavour to water chestnuts or sweet corn. Can be grown in the garden in partial shade or in a container on a patio.

Planted: 2022

Height 40 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Pollination: Self Pollination

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katyluu15@gmail.com says... [1090 days 9hrs ago]

Hi can you tell me where I can buy this form. Thanks

Linton says... [1043 days 11hrs ago]

Sorry I got it from Marketplace but I don't know anywhere you can buy it from at this time.

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Tyalgum Purple Epiphyllum

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Update: 1114 days 20hrs

Comments: - Tyalgum Purple is an extremely cold tolerant epiphyllum hybrid. The fruit contain a crisp spoonable flesh that is evocative of dragonfruit but with a stronger flavour and higher bix rating than dragonfruit. This plant is much more hardy than dragonfruit and being shade tolerant does not require full sun to set fruit. I grow them in dry sandy soil in full shade.

Planted: 2020

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 3

First Fruited: 2 Years from purchase in pot

Sun/Shade: Full Shade

Pollination: Self Pollination

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Wasabi - Mazuma (Cutting)

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Update: 1115 days 19hrs

Comments: -

Wasabi Plant - Eutrema japonicum

Very easy to grow in Melbourne provided it is kept in full shade over summer. Doesn't like strong sun and soil should be kept moist. Suitable for growing in pots and kept under trees for shade. Both the rhizomes and leaves are delicious used as condiments and in salads.

Planted: 2014

Height 40 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 3

Sun/Shade: Full Shade

Pollination: No

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Gomera-1 Mango (Seedling) ^7/10

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Update: 1115 days 19hrs

Comments: -

Gomera Mango - Canary Islands. A cold hardy Mango from the Canary Islands. It has flowered and fruited in Melbourne and easily survived the winters here. Easy to grow and tolerant of most conditions.

Planted: 2015

Height 50 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 3

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

Water Given in: Spring

Spring

Pollination: Self Pollination

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life in a retirement village says... [3173 days 13hrs ago]

Did you grow it from seed? Ive had many getting off to a wonderful start in my worm farm but thought that they wouldnt do here in Warragul. ive got one thats come up with the compost from the worm farm in my large mint pot. think I'll just keep it all well fed and see what happens .

Linton says... [3172 days 11hrs ago]

Yes, it is grown from seed. I think they should also survive in Warragul. Cheers!

life in a retirement village says... [3171 days 16hrs ago]

thanks Linton, Ive certainly got nothing to lose by trying.

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Cocapitos

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Update: 1115 days 19hrs

Comments: -

Passiflora bryonioides - A rare species of Passiflora from arid mountains of Mexico where it is adapted to desert areas, also known as Pasionaria del monte. The vine grows to about 2 metres and can fruit prolifically in pots. The fruits are 2-3cm, remain green even when ripe and are filled with a sweet juicy pulp.

Planted: 2017

Height 30 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Sun/Shade: Full Shade

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Dwarf Rowan (Cutting)

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Update: 1115 days 21hrs

Comments: - DWARF ROWAN

While most Sorbus species are quite large trees, this dwarf variety from Sichuan, China, only grows to about 1metre. It produces pink edible berries with bright purple foliage in Autumn.

Planted: 2020

Height 50 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 3

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

Water Given in: Winter

Autumn and Winter

Pollination: Self Pollination

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Koorka - Indian Potatoes (Plectranthus rotundifolius)

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Update: 1117 days 10hrs

Comments: -

Strangely, this plant is called Chinese Potato even though it comes from India where it is very popular in a wide array of dishes. The plants die back as winter approaches at which time the appetising tubers, known in India as Koorka, can be harvested. They can be roasted or stir fried and there are many recipes online.

Planted: 2015

Height 50 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

First Fruited: 1 Years from purchase in pot

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

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Mountain Sapote - Diospyros Riojae

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Update: 1117 days 10hrs

Comments: -

Mountain Sapote - Diospyros Riojae

Small tree from Mexico with fruits that are a bit smaller than the usual Black Sapote but are said to have good flavour.

Planted: 2017

Height 2 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Full Shade

Water Given in: Spring

Spring

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Goumi Berry (Seedling)

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Update: 1117 days 10hrs

Comments: -

Elaeagnus multiflora, the cherry elaeagnus plant, blooms profusely. The flowers are followed by a bountiful crop of orange, pink, and red berries each year in summer. They have an intensely sweet flavour which is enjoyable to eat. Easy to grow in poor soil and is very drought hardy.

Planted: 2016

Height 1.5 metres

Growing: In the Ground

Qty: 2

First Fruited: 3 Years from purchase in pot

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

Pollination: Self Pollination

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lady carica says... [1696 days 10hrs ago]

kausikck76 says... [1691 days 20hrs ago]

Linton, Mate is there any chance I can buy off some seeds or small little plant of you. I love the report on this berry but never can find one to buy. I will pay for the tree plus postage. Thanks, Kausik

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Pig Nut - Bunium bulbocastanum

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Update: 1117 days 10hrs

Comments: -

Earth Chestnut, Pig Nut. The whole plant is edible includng the tuber like roots which are sweet, delicious and taste like chestnuts. The leaves can be used like parsley. The fruits and seeds, sometimes known as black cumin, can be dried and used as a spice in cooking. The plant is very frost hardy.

Height 30 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 3

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

Pollination: Self Pollination

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Texas Persimmon (Seedling)

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Update: 1122 days 10hrs

Comments: -

Diospyros Texana - Texas Persimmon: A frost hardy species that can grow easily in Melbourne. It produces small round fruits with black skin and black flesh. They are said to have a sweet flavour with the consistency and taste of molasses. They are dioecious so several trees should be grown for fruit set.

Planted: 2018

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 4

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Linda says... [2502 days 16hrs ago]

Sounds like a relation of the black sapote.

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Chiranthodendron pentadactylon

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Update: 1122 days 10hrs

Comments: -

Chiranthrodendron pentadactylon - Mexican Hand Tree

Also known by the local name of Macpalxochitl, it has striking crimson flowers shaped like a hand. The fruit are woody with an earthy taste, and have long been used for traditional medicine in Mexico. The leaves are also used to wrap tamales adding a disctintive flavour.

The flower cup contains several tablespoons of sweet syrup with a flavour reminiscent of burnt caramel/sugar. The copius amounts of sugary liquid have been described by some as "the nectar of the gods". A very cold hardy tree in Melbourne.

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Myrica faya (Seedling)

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Update: 1122 days 13hrs

Comments: -

Myrica faya - Finally planted a Canary Island Bayberry tree in the ground that had long outgrown it's little pot. This species is Myrica faya, a close relative of the more famous Chinese Bayberry, Myrica rubra. The Canary Island tree produces sweet black berries but are much, much, smaller than the Chinese ones. This subdioecious tree seems to be more vigorous and is far easier to grow than it's Chinese cousin.

Planted: 2017

Height 3 metres

Growing: In the Ground

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

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Yellow Grumichama (Seedling)

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Update: 1123 days 9hrs

Comments: - Yellow Grumichama, Eugenia brasiliensis Ssp. leucocarpus, variegated. It's supposed to be the only true variety of yellow fruiting Grumichama as other types tend to revert to having the more usual black fruit. The yellow variety is said to have superior flavour to the blacks. Very slow growing.

Planted: 2017

Height 50 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

Pollination: Self Pollination

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Cornelian Cherry

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Update: 1123 days 11hrs

Comments: -

Cornus mas grows well in Melbourne being resistant to both frost and heat. It can fruit while still young at less than 1 metre. When the tree matures it bears hundreds of bright red berries that have an intense flavour similar to cranberries. If left to ripen until soft, the fruit becomes sweet and can be eaten fresh. Great for syrup and sharbat too! I grow 2 of the cultivars, Elegant and Jolico which produce superior fruit.

Planted: 2020

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

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Boehmeria nivea

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Update: 1129 days 9hrs

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Ramie Herb, Boehmeria nivea, spice plant frm Vietnam called Cay La gai.

When cooked the leaves become dark and mucilaginous. They are used as a herbal tonic, in cakes and other foods. It is very popular for making sweet rice cakes known as Banh it la gai that are considered a delicacy in central Vietnam. Fast growing in a large pot and very easy to grow.

Planted: 2019

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Pollination: Self Pollination

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Porcelia nitidifolia

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Update: 1131 days 8hrs

Comments: -

Porcelia nitida - A somewhat obscure large tree in the Annona family native to Peru. The rare fruit of this tree is described as having a sweet creamy pulp. So far the plant is surviving well under cover over Melbourne's winter which suggests that it may have some cold tolerance.

Planted: 2021

Height 40 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

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Pomsi - Persea fructifera (Seedling)

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Update: 1134 days 17hrs

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Pomsi - Machilis edulis/Persea fructifera

A somewhat rare species, Machilis edulis is a miniature avocado. Tasting like soft, creamy avocados, the small pomsi fruits are popular in Nepal, Bhutan and Sikkim for making milkshakes. The plant exhibits reasonable cold tolerance for growing well in Melbourne.

Planted: 2016

Height 1.5 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

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Prunus spinosa Sloe Plum (Grafted)

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Update: 1134 days 20hrs

Comments: -

The fruit are usually used to make Sloe Gin which takes about 6 months to fully steep.I prefer to use them to make a rich plum flavoured syrup which can be added to desserts, cakes and drinks.

Planted: 2020

Height 50 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

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Ming Aralia - Äinh lÄƒng

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Update: 1137 days 20hrs

Comments: -

Polyscias fruiticosa, also known as Dinh lang in Vietnam, comes from tropical climates so it needs some protection during Melbourne's winter. A little challenging to grow here because it prefers warm temperatures and high humidity.

Planted: 2021

Height 50 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

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Sapindus mukorossi Soap Nut

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Update: 1138 days 9hrs

Comments: -

Sapindus mukorossi - Soap Nut Tree, Chinese Soap Berry. Survives winter in Melbourne well since it's deciduous. The leaves regrow rapidly at the end of winter and the tree grows rapidly over the warmer months.

Planted: 2020

Height 1.5 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

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Kaffir Plum (Seedling)

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Update: 1138 days 10hrs

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Kaffir Plum - Harpephyllum caffrum. A small hardy tree from South Africa that does well in Melbourne. It produces sweet and sour fruit and is best eaten by squeezing the delicious juicy pulp from the thin skin straight into the mouth. Great for making lemonade too!

Planted: 2021

Height 10 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

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Fukien Tea - Carmona retusa

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Update: 1140 days 20hrs

Comments: -

The fukien tea plant, carmona retusa, prefers warm climates and needs to be brought indoors over winter. does not like strong sun and should not be overwatered. the fresh leaves can be used to make a delightful beveridge similar to green tea and it produces tiny edible cherry-like berries.

Planted: 2020

Height 50 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

First Fruited: 1 Years from purchase in pot

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

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Lemonade Berry Rhus Integrifolia

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Update: 1142 days 14hrs

Comments: - Rhus integrifolia is an extremely drought tolerant plant native to California. While a few Rhus species can be used to make lemonade, R. integrifolia is the only true Lemonade Berry. It produces pink berries that are steeped in water to make a refreshing lemonade flavoured drink.The roasted berries can be used as a coffee substitute.

Planted: 2020

Height 30 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 3

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Maqui Berry

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Update: 1144 days 9hrs

Comments: - Maqui berries are the fruit of the Chilean plant, Aristotelia chilensis. The berries are hailed as a superfood and are considered to have one of the highest amounts of antioxidants. A very easy and hardy plant to grow which is not fussy about soil types.

Planted: 2018

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 3

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T&P says... [1071 days 15hrs ago]

Hi. Just writing to see if anyone has any maqui berry seeds, cuttings, or plants they can sell to us, postage to QLD. Thank you.

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Osmanthus fragrans Aurantiacus

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Update: 1144 days 10hrs

Comments: -

The Fragrant Olive Shrub produces clusters of tangerine flowers in Autumn to Winter. They have the most beautiful strong perfume that smells like apricots. The flowers are used in China to make a fragrant tea as well as in cakes and jellies. The fruits lok like small olives and can be pickled in the same way as olives.

Planted: 2021

Height 60 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

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Catalina Cherry (Seedling)

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Update: 1144 days 20hrs

Comments: -

The Catalina Cherry, Prunus ilicifolia, ssp. lyonii, is native to Catalina Island off the coast of California. Unlike commercial cherries, this species is evergreen and drought hardy. The intensely sweet fruit are larger than normal cherries but the seed is also large leaving a thin layer of succulent flesh to enjoy. It is considered a great delicacy!

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

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Malacocarpus crithmifolius

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Update: 1145 days 11hrs

Comments: -

Malacocarpus crithmifolius is a rare plant from Central Asia. It produces red berries that are described as being tasty and of good eating quality.

Planted: 2020

Height 15 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 3

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Parmentiera cereifera - Candle Tree (Seedling)

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Update: 1348 days 20hrs

Comments: - A rare species of Candle Tree from Central America that is closely related to Parmentiera edulis. It produces long candle-like fruit about 12 inches long that are sweet and juicy. Grows easily outdoors in Melbourne and requires very little care.

Planted: 2017

Height 1.5 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

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GUAPIJUIM~ Eugenia cereja

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Update: 1354 days 16hrs

Comments: -

Guapijuim is native to the dry regions of central Brazil. It produces juicy, acidic, and elongated crimson fruit. A small tree that grows 2-4 metres and is easy to grow in Melbourne being hardy to -5 deg.C.

Planted: 2020

Height 60 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

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Geissanthus vanderwerffii

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Update: 1373 days 22hrs

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Charmalon - Geissanthus vanderwerffii

The Charmalon is a small evergreen tree native to the cloud forests in Colombia and Ecuador between 2300 and 3400m. It produces edible fruits and is considered to have good potential as a fruit tree that can be grown in cool temerate climates.

Planted: 2020

Height 30 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

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Variegated Akebia Hybrid

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Update: 1373 days 22hrs

Comments: -

An unusual variegated form of the hybrid Akebia trifoliata x longeracemosa x quinata. Akebias have fragrant flowers that smell like chocolate. They are not self fertile and several plants need to be grown if they are to bear fruit.

Planted: 2020

Height 50 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

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Gomortega keule (Seedling)

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Update: 1376 days 21hrs

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Gomortega keule

A large tree native to Chile that is facing extinction in the wild. The fruit of the Keule tree are said to be one of the most endangered fruit in the world. My trees have been growing slowly but steadily for the past few years and have now been planted in the ground. The require very little attention.

Planted: 2015

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

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Crataegus anomala Zbigniew (Seedling)

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Update: 1435 days 18hrs

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Crataegus anomala - Zbigniew

A fairly new variety from Ukraine. The tree is self fertile and produces fruits up to 20mm with thick flesh. It is one of the better Hawthorn fruits for eating fresh.

Planted: 2020

Height 30 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

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Cinnamomum burmannii

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Update: 1453 days 21hrs

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Cinnamomum burmannii

Also known as Indonesian Cinnamon, this is one of the 4 main species where the bark is used for cinnamon spice. It can be readily grown in Melbourne and besides the bark, the leaves can be used to make a fragrant tea. Cinnamon trees also bear small purple black fruits which can be used like the bark. The cinnamon berries can be added to a pepper mill and keep their flavur right up until they're ground.

Planted: 2017

Height 3 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 3

Sun/Shade: Full Shade

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Soh-Shang Tree (Seedling)

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Update: 1463 days 11hrs

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SOH-SHANG (ELAEAGNUS LATIFOLIA)

Originates from the foothills of Northern India and Assam. It's a very tough plant, both cold hardy and drought hardy, needing very little care once established. Slow growing to start off with but once it reaches a certain size, the growth rate accelerates rapidly.

The reddish fruit need to be fully ripe before it can be eaten fresh but E. latifolia produces better tasting fruit than some of the other Elaeagnus species.

Planted: 2017

Height 2 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

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Carissa ovata â€“ Currant Bush

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Update: 1463 days 11hrs

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Carissa ovata Kunkerberry

Native shrub related to the Natal Plum, Carrisa Ovata grows to about 1 - 2 metres and bears sweet, black, egg shaped berries. It's very hardy being drought tolerant and easy to grow in Melbourne.

Planted: 2019

Height 60 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Sun/Shade: Full Shade

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Peumus boldus Boldo

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Update: 1464 days 9hrs

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 4

Question:

Peumus boldus - Molina

Commonly known as boldo. This tree of the family Monimiaceae is natively endemic to the central region of Chile.

Although not well known, the yellow green Boldo fruits, are sweet and aromatic and claimed to be highly nutritious. Very hardy tree and easy to grow in Melbourne.

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Zanthoxylum simulans (Seedling)

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Update: 1464 days 10hrs

Comments: -

Zanthoxylum simulans

Chinese Pepper, Sichuan Pepper

A very easy tree to grow which bears the spicy hot berries known as Sichuan peppercorns while the tree is still small. It is self fertile and yields the berries on a single tree. Many recipes for this spice can be found online. The leaves are highly fragrant with an intense citrus aroma.

Planted: 2020

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

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Bolivian Lucuma (Seedling)

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Update: 1604 days 17hrs

Comments: - The Bolivian Lucuma has long narrow leaves and bears fruit that are said to have superior flavour. My tree was grown from seeds that came from Bolivia and has just started flowering this year. It produces fruit that remain green even when ripe.

Planted: 2017

Height 2 metres

Growing: In the Ground

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

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Uvaia - Eugenia Pyriformis

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Update: 1604 days 17hrs

Comments: -

Eugenia Pyriformis also known as Uvaia

Very slow to start with, the seedlings are still tiny after 1 year. The large bright yellow orange fruits are much prized in Brazil.

Planted: 2017

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

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Rainbow White Sapote

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Update: 1627 days 19hrs

Comments: - White Sapote - RainbowCasimiroa edulis There's not a lot of information about the Rainbow variety but the general consensus seems to be that it produces an excellent tasting fruit of good size. Fruiting now so will get to try the fruit first hand shortly. Easy to grow here in Melbourne.

Planted: 2017

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 4

First Fruited: 2 Years from purchase in pot

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

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BlamJam says... [966 days 24hrs ago]

Hi Linton, does the Rainbow variety have a wooly underleaf?

Ari777 says... [663 days 20hrs ago]

hello Linton, do you have plants for sale 0402070585

Ari777 says... [663 days 20hrs ago]

hello Linton, do you have plants for sale 0402070585

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Pineapple Berry

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Update: 1686 days 20hrs

Comments: - Alpine plant that produces edible sweet and juicy red oblong berries. Grows best in cool, damp or wet conditions in full shade.

Planted: 2020

Height 30 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

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Kahikatea - Dacrycarpus dacrydioides

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Update: 1687 days 23hrs

Comments: - The colorful fruit known as Kahikatea Berries which are produced by Dacrycarpus dacryiodes. The tree is a conifer native to New Zealand and is dioecious.

Planted: 2020

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Uva Camarona - Macleania rupestris

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Update: 1692 days 22hrs

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Macleania rupestris

Common Name: Uva Camarona

From the cloud forests of the Andes from Costa Rica to Bolivia between 1700 and 4300 metes, this species easily adapts to temperate climates. It produces sweet fruits similar to blueberries but is rarely seen outside of its native habitat.

Planted: 2020

Height 50 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

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Lavender Star Flower

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Update: 1702 days 23hrs

Comments: -

The Lavender Star Flower tree, Grewia occidentalis, a relative of the Phalsa Berry, is considerably more hardy in Melbourne and a very tough plant.

The berries of Lavender Star are not really worth eating fresh but make a delicious drink when simmered in milk for 20 minutes. The resulting hot milk drink is sweet and incredibly malty!

Planted: 2019

Height 1.5 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

First Fruited: 1 Years from purchase in pot

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

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Lindera benzoin Northern Spicebush (Seedling) ^9/10

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Update: 1747 days 22hrs

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North American Spicebush Lindera benzoin

A wonderful plant with multiple uses it makes a great alternative in temperate climates to the Jamaican All Spice and is a much smaller and manageable bush. It produces red berries the size of an olive which can used as a warm yet refreshing spice with a flavour similar to All Spice. The leaves and berries can be eaten raw or cooked and used as a spice or to make a fragrant tea. The twigs can be ground and sprinkled over icecream.

Planted: 2020

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 5

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Chrysophyllum imperiale ^3/10

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Update: 1758 days 21hrs

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Chrysophyllum imperiale

Had it about one year and leaves have grown larger with a few new shoots but otherwise it is very slow growing. May take many, many years before it produces any fruit. This is one of the few Chrysophyllum species that is hardy enough to grow in Melbourne.

Planted: 2015

Height 30 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

Water Given in: Winter

Autumn and Winter

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Edward3 says... [2524 days 16hrs ago]

Hi Linton. You certainly have a most interesting collection of unusual plants. With regard to this plant, I tried eating one of the fruits from large tree in the Sydney Botanic Gardens and it did not agree with my digestive system. The information on these fruits is rather scant on the internet so, even though I have read they are edible, I have some reservations. Do you have any experience yourself or more reliable information?

Linton says... [2522 days 13hrs ago]

Sorry I have never tried it but it's often the case that fruits are described as edible but they are not really palatable. Some are only really edible when they are fully or overripe so there's other factors to consider as well. Cheers!

byblos says... [2295 days 9hrs ago]

Hi Linton, I am interested in where you found this specimen or did you grow it from seed. I am trying to find material for a cutting or even a seed. Could you help me?

Linton says... [2293 days 11hrs ago]

The only place I know of is they are sold occasionally at the Sydney Botanic Gardens shop when they have plant sales.

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Cenarrhenes nitida 'Native Plum'

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Update: 1758 days 21hrs

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Cenarrhenes nitida 'Port Arthur Plum'

A native of Tasmania, it's a large bush or small tree that produces a fleshy plum-like fruit. Unsure of how long they take to reach fruiting age. The plant is intolerant of phosphate so I have avoided giving it any fertiliser. Seems to be growing well so far in a semi-shaded position.

Planted: 2017

Height 60 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

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Leionema montanum

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Update: 1761 days 10hrs

Comments: -

Leionema montanum, formerly known as Phebalium montanum, is a beautiful low bush or ground cover that grows in alpine regions. The leaves have a piquant but pleasing flavour reminiscent of a savoury herb. It imparts an enticing addition to salads and potato salad.

Planted: 2020

Height 30 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

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Pacuri (Seedling)

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Update: 1811 days 9hrs

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Garcinia Sp. 'Pacuri'

Possibly Garcinia guacopary, grown from seed from Misiones in Argentina and therefore claimed to have some cold tolerance. So far the plants have survived winter in Melbourne with no issues so they are looking good.

Planted: 2020

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 3

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Chinese Bird Plum (Cutting)

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Update: 1854 days 21hrs

Comments: -

Although sometimes reported as deciduous, this plant has remained evergreen throughout Winter with continuous new flushes of growth . The small purple-black fruits are commonly eaten in China and some say that the leaves also have a plum scent. Easy to grow in Melbourne with little care required. Will be great if it can fruit here as it is another highly underutilised fruit.

Planted: 2017

Height 30 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

Water Given in: Spring

Spring

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Protium Serratum (Seedling)

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Update: 1907 days 18hrs

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Protium serratum- Indian Red Pear

Commonly grown in home gardens in India for it's juicy dark red fruit. Unfortunately it is dioecious so male and female plants are required to produce fruit.

Planted: 2017

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 3

Sun/Shade: Full Shade

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Snottygobble

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Update: 1991 days 20hrs

Comments: - Snotty gobble, or Persoonia longifolia, is the name of a small tree in WA with a thin trunk branches, papery red/brown bark and an edible, sweet, sticky fruit. It bears unusual orange flowers which are followed by yellow green jellybean berries that were eaten by the indigenous people of the area. There are conflicting reports describing the flavour of Snottygobble fruit, some claiming that they taste insipid while others state the fruit is very tasty.The best taste description that I have read states: 'Snottygobble fruits: Imagine a small seed wrapped up in an apricot, enclosed by a bitter skin. Sounds delicious right?'

Planted: 2019

Height 40 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

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Anamea Scorpio ^5/10

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Update: 1996 days 14hrs

Comments: -

Anamea Scorpio - Minature Pineapple

Anamea Scorpio
Ananas X Aechmea

"cv. of unknown hybrid of Ananas & Aechmea."

Edibility of fruit unknown.

Planted: 2016

Height 30 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

Water Given in: Spring

Spring

Pollination: No

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Agapetes Serpens ^9/10

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Update: 2021 days 16hrs

Comments: - Agapetes serpens is a beautiful plant with arching stems and hanging red tubular flowers. It produces edible purple berries that are a bit like its relative Blueberries but I find the Agapetes berries even sweeter with a white flesh when fully ripe. Very easy plant to grow and quite drought tolerant as it also produces a lignotuber that stores moisture.

Planted: 2019

Height 50 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

First Fruited: 1 Years from purchase in pot

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

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Holboellia latifolia

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Update: 2034 days 11hrs

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HOLBOELLIA latifolia

Cold hardy vine from the Himalaya that produces deep pink sausage fruits which are pulpy and edible. It can fruit within 3 years and it's best to plant 2 plants together to assist with pollination. Quite rare in cultivation in Oz.

Planted: 2018

Height 1.2 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

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Amelanchier asiatica Ballerina (Grafted)

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Update: 2091 days 21hrs

Planted: 2017

Height 3 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

Question: Snowy Mespilus native to China, Japan and Korea. Highly ornamental and a very hardy tree to cold and wet. The flower petals are long and slender and now hoping for some of the sweet and juicy blue black berries to form.

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Aboirana (Seedling)

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Update: 2145 days 13hrs

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ABOIRANA

Pouteria venosa

A little known Brazilian Sapote that produces brown skinned fruit with pale yellow flesh. This one is said to be a sweeter version. Has withstood the first winter in Melbourne with no problems so it seems to exhibit some cold hardiness.

Planted: 2019

Height 30 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

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Manzanita Sugar Berries

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Update: 2350 days 17hrs

Comments: - Manzanita Arctostaphylos paradices

Very drought hardy small tree that can tolerate extreme dryness. Produces small fruits known as sugar berries that can be eaten fresh or used to make Manzanita Sugar. To make the sugar, you simply dry the berries and put them in a coffee grinder.

Planted: 2018

Height 1 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

Water Given in: Summer

After Fruiting

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Cyphomandra Sibundoyensis

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Update: 2452 days 14hrs

Comments: - Cyphomandra Sibundoyensis - Forest Tamarillo

A very rare and endangered species occuring only in one isolated location in Columbia. The fruits are described as deep yellow to orange and are considerably larger than other commonly available Tamarillos.

Height 30 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

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Guabiroba

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Update: 2475 days 10hrs

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Campomanesia lineatifolia

Guabiroba

Growing in a pot and kept under cover in the cooler months. It originates from tropical regions in Peru but is claimed to be hardy to a wide range of climates including cooler zones. Produces fruit that a little similar to guava.

Planted: 2018

Height 30 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

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Fuchsia boliviana ^9/10

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Update: 2498 days 20hrs

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Fuchsia boliviana - Bolivian Fuchsia

Compact weeping bush with dramatic pendulus red flowers and clusters of hanging sausage shaped fruits. The sweet tasting purple fruits look like jelly beans when ripe and are sold in markets in Bolivia. The flowers are also edible and can be candied.

A very hardy plant that thrives on neglect. It produces several crops per year.

Fruiting Months January, June, November

Planted: 2011

Height 1 metres

Growing: In the Ground

Qty: 2

First Fruited: 1 Years from purchase in pot

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

Water Given in: Summer

After Fruiting

Pollination: No

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Diospyros Lycioides - Red Star Apple (Seedling) ^6/10

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Update: 2560 days 20hrs

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Diospyros Lycioides "Monkey Plum"

This small growing tree to 5 metres has multiple uses. The red or yellowish-red fruit are said to have a pleasant sweetish taste with a translucent jelly-like flesh. The seeds can be roasted and used as a coffee substitute.

It was easily propagated from seed and is hardy in Melbourne's conditions.

Planted: 2016

Height 50 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

Water Given in: Autumn

Summer

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Crataegomespilus (Grafted)

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Update: 2626 days 17hrs

Comments: -

The variety I'm growing is Crataegomespilus grandiflora. It's a small tree with beautiful flowers and small fruits.

'This very uncommon pairing of two genera: Crataegus (Hawthorn) ; Mespilus (Medlar) produces a tree with the lovely flower clusters of hawthorn followed by the fruit (though somewhat smaller) of a medlar!'

Planted: 2016

Height 2 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

First Fruited: 2 Years from purchase in pot

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

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West Indian Fiddlewood (Seedling)

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Update: 2636 days 17hrs

Comments: - CITHAREXYLUM SPINOSUM - FIDDLEWOOD TREE
A tropical ornamental that also grows readily in Melbourne. It makes an unusual sight when the leaves turn bright orange in early Spring. Produces racemes of small but musky sweet edible berries even when the tree is still tiny.

Planted: 2018

Height 40 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

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Aphananthe philippinensis

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Update: 2637 days 18hrs

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Native Elm - Aphananthe philippinensis

Very hardy to dry conditions. Amazing leaves that look like holly. It produces yellow fruit that are said to taste like stewed apples.

Planted: 2017

Height 50 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

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Treacle Berries - Smilacina Racemosa ^8/10

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Update: 2685 days 21hrs

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Treacle Fruits

The plants tend to die back during winter and regrow in the spring. The fruit have a delicious bittersweet flavour like treacle or golden syrup, however they are somewhat small.

They will fruit in the first year of planting but do not like dry conditions or hot sun. Still trying to find the coolest spot for planting them to improve the yield. Might need to use some shade cloth as they will fruit in full shade.

Fruiting Months January and February

Planted: 2014

Height 0.3 metres

Growing: In the Ground

Qty: 2

First Fruited: 1 Years from purchase in pot

Sun/Shade: Full Shade

Water Given in: Autumn

Summer

Pollination: No

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mgoul131 says... [2474 days 14hrs ago]

Hi Linton, Do you know if this is the same as the ornamental version? I'd like to get it but can only find it in ornamental catalogues.

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Zabala Fruit - Lardizabala biternata

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Update: 2685 days 21hrs

Comments: -

Chilean Zabala Fruit

My Zabala plants are now climbing on a trellis like a vine and are about 1 metre high. Eventually they will thicken and become like a small tree.

They have not yet fruited but the fruits are supposed to look like sausages about 5 - 8 cm long and a purple colour. They are said to be quite sweet and considered a delicacy in Chile and Peru.

I hope they will fruit in the next year or two so I can taste them.

Planted: 2013

Height 1.5 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 6

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

Water Given in: Winter

Autumn and Winter

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Springfields1 says... [3040 days 1hrs ago]

Hi Linton, Can you tell me where yo bought the plants. I am in Melbourne. Thanks Patrick

Linton says... [3039 days 18hrs ago]

Hi Patrick My plants were grown from seeds I bought from Chile and Portugal. However seeds usually take about 1 year to germinate so it's much faster and easier to grow them from cuttings.

Springfields1 says... [3039 days 5hrs ago]

Hi Linton, Would you have any cuttings for sale? I am new to this forum. Thanks Patrick

Linton says... [3038 days 22hrs ago]

Yes.......can.

Springfields1 says... [3038 days 10hrs ago]

Great Linton, Please send me a message, when you can, on 0428391180. Thanks Patrick

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Meiogyne cylindrocarpa (Seedling) ^8/10

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Update: 2685 days 21hrs

Comments: -

Meiogyne cylindrocarpa - Fingersop

Have been a bit surprised how hardy this Annona species is in Melbourne's climate as it comes from up North. It has survived the last few winters here without fuss but is fairly slow growing.

It produces bight red/scarlet sausage-shaped fruit, sometimes called Darwin Apricots or Fingersops, and they are supposed to have a typical but sweet annona flavour.

These plants will probably need at least another two years before they are ready to fruit.

Planted: 2014

Height 0.4 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

Water Given in: Summer

After Fruiting

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mcmelb1 says... [3024 days 10hrs ago]

How is the plant doing? Where did you get the seed/plant?

Linton says... [3023 days 11hrs ago]

It's easy growing. I had them sent down from someone in the Northern Territory. If you happen to find any of these please let me know as I'd like to grow more.

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ASSAM APPLE (Docynia indica) (Seedling) ^7/10

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Update: 2685 days 21hrs

Comments: -

Assam Apple

The Assam Apple is a native to the Eastern Himalayas, it can be found from Nepal to China. It is commonly called an apple, the fruit being round and yellow green and look like apples, but it is also related to the quince.

It is a small tree, 2 - 3m tall and the fruits can be eaten fresh. However it is said to be not very cold hardy, although I don't think it will have any problem to grow in Melbourne. It could possibly also grow well in warmer regions where normal apples or quinces might struggle.

Planted: 2016

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 6

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

Water Given in: Summer

After Fruiting

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Mayapple - "Podophyllum peltatum" ^5/10

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Update: 2685 days 21hrs

Comments: -

Mayapples grow from rhizomes and can be grown in full shade. I have had them for nearly 1 year but no fruit yet.

The fruit form underneath the palmate leaves and look and taste like passionfruit when fully ripe.

Planted: 2015

Height 20 Centimetres

Growing: In the Ground

Qty: 4

Sun/Shade: Full Shade

Water Given in: Summer

After Fruiting

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Crataegus species - Hawthorns (Grafted) ^8/10

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Update: 2685 days 21hrs

Comments: -

Grafted Hawthorn Varieties

One of the best fruiting genera for temperature climates being extremely hardy and tolerant of frost and drought. In general the fruit are about the size of cherries and can be eaten fresh, used as a dessert fruit or to make the famous Haw Jelly.

I am growing several varieties including C. tanacetifolia having yellow fruit and a rich apple flavor, and C. azarolus. The trees are currently about 1 metre tall but have had their first fruits.

Planted: 2015

Height 1 metres

Growing: In the Ground

Qty: 3

Sun/Shade: Full Sun

Water Given in: Summer

After Fruiting

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North American Paw Paw (Grafted) ^9/10

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Update: 2685 days 21hrs

Comments: -

Asimina triloba - Sunflower, Prima - Self Fertile with high quality fruit!

Have 4 trees that have been fruiting for the past 3 years including two grafted types. Also growing the self fertile varieties Sunflower and Prima which are most popular in Europe.

Found that Pennsylvania Gold has exceedingly large fruit but a very bad after taste and therefore not worth growing in my opinion. The 'Louis' or 'Melbourne' variety is better with good size fruit but still has a little of the poor after taste. My seedling trees have sensational flavour, much better than the named varieties, but alas they have more seeds and poor flesh to seed ratio. Now pinning my hopes on Prima and Sunflower varieties for having optimum fruit but they are yet to reach fruiting age.

All are very hardy trees, can take dryness but perform better with some shade in Summer.

Fruiting Months January and February

Planted: 2013

Height 3 metres

Growing: In the Ground

Qty: 6

First Fruited: 3 Years from purchase in pot

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

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mgoul131 says... [2475 days 23hrs ago]

Linton, when do yours break dormancy? My trees (seedlings) stayed dormant all through summer. They still seem to be alive but no leaves at all.

Linton says... [2475 days 11hrs ago]

My trees broke dormancy at the end of Winter and are now in flower. Never heard of them being dormant or leafless over Summer.

Prab410 says... [2381 days 10hrs ago]

Hi Linton, do you have any Pawpaw seeds you would sell? Thanks

Linton says... [2380 days 19hrs ago]

Only have small plants available at the moment. Will have seeds from the current crop once they are ripe in a few weeks time.

Prab410 says... [2243 days 9hrs ago]

Hi Linton, do you have seeds ready now? I'd like to buy some seeds from you if you sell.

Linton says... [2242 days 12hrs ago]

Yes, I have some seeds available. Please advise your contact details for easier communications.

Prab410 says... [2241 days 17hrs ago]

Hi Linton, rnd3@live.com is my email. Please let me know which varieties you think taste good. Thanks

Joe.Ventra says... [2233 days 17hrs ago]

Hi Linton I'm also after some seeds if you have some available. I'm after the better tasting varieties if possible. My email is giuseppe.ventra91@gmail.com

Prab410 says... [598 days 7hrs ago]

Hi Linton, how are you doing? Have your Prima and Sunflower varieties fruited yet? The seeds you gave me few years ago have grown well (about 80cm tall and yet to fruit. Looking forward to hearing from you.

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Passiflora gracilens

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Update: 2751 days 19hrs

Comments: -

Passiflora gracilens - Dwarf Passionfruit

A miniature passionfruit vine from the high Andes of Bolivia and Peru. It grows to about 1 - 2 metres and produces sweet tangy green to orange fruit 2cm long.

Planted: 2017

Height 0.5 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

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Ogeechee Lime

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Update: 2757 days 19hrs

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Ogeechee Lime - Nyssa ogeche

North American Tulepo Tree that produces edible fruits that can be used as a substitue for limes. Seeds were easy to germinate. It is a large tree that grows along river banks so it might not be suitable for most gardens.

The fruit is produced in small clusters of 2 - 3, it is up to 4 centimeters long, has a thick, juicy, very acidic flesh and contains a single seed.It can also be used to make a refreshing drink.

Planted: 2017

Height 15 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

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Disterigma alaternoides Neotropical Blueberry

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Update: 2998 days 11hrs

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Disterigma alaternoides

- a Neotropical Blueberry

Originates from higher elevations in Central and South America. The fruits are sometimes sold in markets in Ecuador. Grows into a bush up to a few metres high so would probably make a good hedge. My plants have not yet fruited but expect they may take another year or two before fully mature.

Planted: 2017

Height 40 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 2

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

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Kens Red Hardy Kiwi Berry (Cutting) ^9/10

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Update: 3033 days 11hrs

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Kens Red Kiwi Berry

Actinidia arguta x melanandra

Said to have the best flavour of all the Kiwi fruit varieties. Very sweet with the largest fruit, it is also the only low chill hardy kiwi in the world and can fruit in a wide range of climates.

Was slow to start but after one year it took off and has now climbed the fence. The main problem is finding a suitable male pollinator that will flower at the same time.

Planted: 2015

Height 1.5 metres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Low Sun

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Brosimum gaudichaudii

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Update: 3068 days 17hrs

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Brosimum gaudichaudii

Mama Cadela - Local Name (Brazil)

Think it's a relative of the Mulberry Family and is a small tree that grows 2 - 8 metres in sandy soils. It produces round Mulberry like fruit about 4cm in diameter. Have yet to determine it's hardiness over Winter.

Planted: 2017

Height 15 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 3

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

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Maihuenia poeppigii (Cutting)

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Update: 3132 days 17hrs

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Maihuenia poeppigii

This is the only cactus species I am growing. It originates from Chile and is one of the few cacti that can tolerate wet and cold conditions, hardy to minus 15 deg. C and even grows in snow.

The plant forms a low mat and produces large edible fruits. It can begin fruiting in just 2 or 3 years which is much faster than most other cacti.

Planted: 2016

Height 10 Centimetres

Growing: In a Pot

Qty: 1

Sun/Shade: Medium Sun

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