Caper Bush – Seeds (Capparis spinosa) The Caper Bush is a resilient Mediterranean perennial valued for its flavorful buds and aromatic leaves. Its small, edible buds are commonly pickled and used to enhance salads, sauces, fish dishes, and Mediterranean recipes. This drought-tolerant plant adds both culinary and ornamental value to gardens. Slow-growing but hardy, the Caper Bush thrives in sunny, well-drained locations and can tolerate poor soils. Over time, it develops attractive sprawling branches and delicate white to pink flowers, followed by round seed pods. How to Grow Sow indoors: February – April Sow outdoors: Spring in warm climates Position: Full sun Soil: Well-drained, sandy or rocky soil; avoid waterlogged conditions Care: Water sparingly; prune to maintain shape and encourage flowering Key Features Hardy Mediterranean perennial with edible buds and aromatic leaves Small, flavorful buds ideal for pickling and cooking Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance Produces delicate white-pink flowers and round seed pods Suitable for sunny gardens, rockeries, or container cultivation Harvest Harvesting period: 2–3 years after sowing for mature buds Pick buds before flowering for pickling and culinary use. Short Tip Provide full sun and well-drained soil to encourage healthy growth and abundant buds.
