Dwarf Caper Bush Seeds - Herbal Plant for Home Gardens

Dwarf Caper Bush Seeds are from Capparis spinosa, a perennial Mediterranean shrub known for its compact trailing growth habit, rounded foliage, and attractive flowers. This smaller-growing caper variety is commonly grown in rock gardens, containers, dry landscapes, and Mediterranean-style gardens. Dwarf Caper Bush performs best in full sun, sandy well-draining soil, and warm dry conditions. It provides ornamental foliage and seasonal blooms in suitable climates.

Features

• Seeds of the compact Dwarf Caper Bush shrub
• Produces trailing stems with rounded green foliage
• Suitable for containers, rock gardens, and dry landscapes
• Performs well in warm, sunny locations
• Requires sandy, well-draining soil
• Provides seasonal ornamental flowers

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Capparis spinosa
• Common Name (US): Dwarf Caper Bush, Caper Plant
• Seed Type / Variety: Perennial Herb / Shrub Seed
• Growth Habit: Compact perennial trailing shrub
• USDA Zones: 8–11
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Spring to Fall
• Sowing Season: Spring
• Sowing Season Months: March–May
• Germination: 2–12 weeks; may benefit from scarification and stratification
• Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun
• Soil Requirements: Sandy, rocky, well-draining soil
• Watering Needs: Low to moderate; allow soil to dry between watering
• Mature Plant Size: 1–2 ft tall, spreading 2–4 ft
• Plant Spacing: 24–36 in apart