Wild Grape / Nitre Bush - Nitraria billardierei (Karambi) seeds

Nitraria billardierei - Nitre Bush (Dillon Bush)
A hardy and adaptable shrub with edible fruits and ecological value.

Quick Facts

• Height: Grows up to 2 meters (7 feet) tall and 4 meters wide.
• Flowers: White blooms predominantly in spring.
• Fruit: Small oblong drupes, purple, red, or golden, with a unique salty-sweet flavor.
• Soil: Thrives in saline soils and disturbed areas.
• Habitat: Common in coastal parks, reserves, and erosion-prone landscapes.

Why Grow Nitraria billardierei?

Nitre Bush is a resilient and low-maintenance plant perfect for erosion control, reclamation projects, and wildlife-friendly gardens. Its edible fruits, hardy nature, and ability to thrive in challenging conditions make it a valuable addition to coastal or arid landscapes.

Bush Food Note

The fruits of Nitraria billardierei are a delicious and versatile bush tucker:

• Taste: Resembling salty grapes, with a unique sweet-salty profile.
• Culinary Uses:
  • Eaten fresh.
  • Made into jams.
  • Dried and stored for later use.

How to Grow

1. Sowing Instructions:

   • Soak seeds in Gibberellic Acid solution (1 part per thousand) for 24 hours.
   • Follow with a 24-hour soak in smoke water to promote germination.

2. Position:

   • Plant in full sun to partial shade.
   • Suitable for saline soils or areas requiring soil reclamation.

3. Care Tips:

   • Water regularly during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature.
   • Minimal pruning required; shape as needed to control spread.
   • Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Uses in Your Garden

• Erosion Control: A reliable option for stabilising soil in coastal or saline environments.
• Wildlife Habitat: Provides food and refuge for birds, lizards, emus, and small mammals.
• Bush Food Garden: Fruits add a unique flavour to jams and dried goods.
• Reclamation Projects: Ideal for revegetation of disturbed or degraded landscapes.

Germination Tips

• Timeframe: Germination occurs within 7–10 days under optimal conditions.
• Preparation: Soak seeds in Gibberellic Acid and smoke water for best results.
• Moisture: Keep the soil consistently moist during germination without waterlogging.
• Light: Provide bright sunlight to encourage healthy seedling growth.

Order Now

Enhance your garden or restoration project with Nitraria billardierei. Its edible fruits, ecological benefits, and ability to thrive in saline and disturbed soils make it a versatile and rewarding native plant.

Order your Nitre Bush seeds today and grow a resilient and practical addition to your landscape!