Caper Bush
About Caper Bush
Caper Bush is a relatively rare houseplant šæ that is isnāt challenging to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light āļø and should be less than 1 foot from a window.
Caper Bush belongs to the Capparis genus, and is native to Northern Africa, Southern Europe, and Western Asia.
Taxonomy
Capparis spinosa
Capparis
Capparaceae
Brassicales
Also known as
Caper, Flinders rose, Capers and Caper berries

How to care for Caper Bush

How often to water your Caper Bush

every 9
Caper Bush needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

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A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.

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Finding light for Caper Bush in your home

a window
Caper Bush love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Caper Bush does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Caper Bush in your home š”.

How to fertilize Caper Bush

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Caper Bush after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

Caper Bush is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!
Water Needs
Caper Bush prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Caper Bush requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Growth Pattern
Caper Bush will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Caper Bush can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 8a-10b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Care Summary for Caper Bush
Caper Bush
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
