1. Sunlight: Needs more than six hours of sunshine each day and not only survives but also thrives in full sun.
2. Watering: Watering: Regular but avoid waterlogged.
3. Soil that drains well: This prevents root problems.
4. Pruning: After fruiting, shape for growth.
5. Fertilization: Feed during the growing season.
6. Pest Control: Keep an eye out for pests and take action quickly.
7. Drought Tolerant: Once established, tolerates dry times.
8. Mulching: Use to keep moisture in and weeds out.
9. Container Growth: Can be grown in pots with drainage.
10. Cold Protection: Protect yourself from frost during the winter.

Uses of Carissa carandas fruit:

1. Edible Berries: Karonda produces tangy, nutritious berries used in jams, pickles, and chutneys.
2. Medicinal Value: Its leaves and fruits have medicinal properties in traditional remedies.
3. Culinary Applications: Berries enhance flavors in dishes, desserts, and beverages.
4. Natural Dye: The fruits yield a vibrant red dye, which is well-suited for use in textiles and various crafting endeavors.
5. Landscaping: The thorny, evergreen shrub of Karonda finds purpose in ornamental landscaping.
6. Hedge Planting: Preferred as a hedge due to thorns and dense growth.
7. Wildlife Attraction: Berries draw birds, adding to garden biodiversity.
8. Ayurvedic Uses: Traditional Ayurvedic medicine employs various parts for health benefits.
9. Cosmetic Use: Extracts find use in beauty and skincare products.
10. Agroforestry: Cultivated for agroforestry because of its numerous use.