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Caper Seeds

Necessary for pickling and seasoning

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Lean Soil
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Perfect for Xeriscaping
Medicinal
Edible
Reduces Erosion
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Capparis spinosa

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • Harvest in 2nd Year

GROWTH HABIT

  • Bush

PLANT TYPE

  • Bush

COLOR

  • Purple
  • White

The lovely caper plant is commonly used for its buds and berries, which can be pickled and used as seasoning in a variety of dishes. Tea made from the root of the caper bush is known to have numerous benefits. You can't miss the frilly flowers that appear throughout summer and into fall. Grow your own tangy treat and avoid paying top dollar at the store!

  • • Tall-growing ancient perennial
  • • Uses: Culinary, Tea, Pollinator Garden
  • • Thrives in bright, sunny growing areas

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow
  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/4 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Low

PLANT SPACING

  • 3 to 5 feet

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 8
  • 9
  • 10
  • 11

SEED PREP

  • Requires Light
  • Stratification

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 53 Up to 30 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 3,000 Up to 150 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Caper Planting Guide to learn more.

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Caper Seeds FAQs

What is Caper also known as?

Caper is also known as Finders Rose.

What type of seed is Caper?

Caper is classified as heirloom seed and open pollinated seed.

What is the flavor profile of Caper?

Caper has a flavor profile described as firm, bitter, and slightly crunchy texture.

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