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Caper Bush

About Caper Bush

Caper Bush is a relatively rare houseplant 🌿 that is isn’t challenging to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ 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

Scientific name

Capparis spinosa

Genus

Capparis

Family

Capparaceae

Order

Brassicales

Also known as

Caper, Flinders rose, Capers and Caper berries

How to care for Caper Bush

💦 Water

How often to water your Caper Bush

Caper Bush needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t 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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☀️ Light

Finding light for Caper Bush in your home

Caper Bush love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Caper Bush does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Caper Bush in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Caper Bush

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Caper Bush: repot after 2X growth

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 it’s 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 year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

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!

How to Grow Caper Bush →

Benefits of Growing Caper Bush →

Common Caper Bush Problems →

Outdoor Care Guide for Caper Bush →

💦 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.

Caper Bush Water Frequency →

Caper Bush Root Rot →

☀️ 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 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Caper Bush Light Requirements →

Caper Bush Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Caper Bush is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

Is Caper Bush Edible? →

Caper Bush Toxicity to Cats →

Caper Bush Toxicity to Dogs →

Caper Bush Toxicity to Humans →

⬆️ ⬇️ 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.

Caper Bush Lifecycle →

Caper Bush Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Caper Bush →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Caper Bush can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 8a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Caper Bush Temperature Tolerance →

Caper Bush Hardiness Zones →

Landscaping Ideas with Caper Bush →

When to Plant Caper Bush →

How to Plant Caper Bush →

Where to Plant Caper Bush →

Winter Care for Caper Bush →

Best Companion Plants for Caper Bush →

Is Caper Bush a Weed? →

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Caper Bush, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.