Caper Bush – Capparis spinosa Seeds | 20 Seeds | Edible Flower Buds | Fragrant Blooms | Heat & Drought Tolerant

Grow your own gourmet capers with Caper Bush (Capparis spinosa), a beautiful Mediterranean shrub prized for its edible flower buds and striking fragrant blooms. Naturally adapted to hot, dry climates, this low-growing, sprawling shrub thrives in rocky soils, containers, raised mounds, and stone walls.

From late spring through early fall, Caper Bush produces small pinkish flower buds — the classic capers used in Mediterranean cuisine. If left to open, the buds reveal stunning pinkish-white flowers with long violet stamens and a sweet fragrance. The blooms open in the morning and close by afternoon, creating a unique daily display.

Perfect for xeriscaping, rock gardens, coastal plantings, and containers, this plant thrives in lean, well-drained soil and requires minimal water once established.

You will receive:
✔️ 20 Caper Bush seeds
✔️ Edible flower bud variety
✔️ Fragrant ornamental blooms
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Sowing instructions included

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Caper Bush
Botanical Name: Capparis spinosa
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen shrub
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Very well-drained, sandy or rocky soil
Watering: Low (drought tolerant once established)
Mature Height: 6 inches to 2 feet
Growth Rate: Medium
Bloom Time: Spring through early fall
Bloom Color: Pinkish-white
USDA Zones: 8–11 (to about 18°F)
Uses: Edible garden, rock garden, container plant, coastal garden, xeriscape

🍴 Edible Uses:
Immature flower buds are harvested and pickled to create capers. Semi-mature fruits (caperberries) and young shoots can also be preserved. Flavor is sharp and piquant, similar to mustard and black pepper — perfect for pasta, salads, fish, and Mediterranean dishes.

💡 Care Tip:
Soak seeds for 24 hours. Cold stratify 60–90 days at 40°F in a moist (not wet) medium. Sow 1/4 inch deep and keep lightly moist until established. Avoid overwatering — excellent drainage is essential for success.