I am a medium sized native shrub with a naturally dense habit and produces stunning bright red tipped foliage.
My naturally upright habit makes me a great choice for low informal hedging and screening.
My flowers attract nectar feeding birds and insects.
With good natural form I can be left unpruned or maintained at a smaller size. A light prune after flowering at the start of winter will encourage flushes of growth.
I thrive in most soils and conditions and am a good choice for boggy conditions where many plants may struggle.
I am popular and will make you happy because...
My foliage is flushed with bright red tones most prominent in new growth
I add colour and interest to low-allergen gardens
I develop good form without pruning but respond well to being clipped suiting me to formal hedges & screening
Features
I thrive in full sun to part shade
Height: 1.2m Width: 1.2m(Can be kept trimmed to Height: 0.8m Width: 0.4m)(Size at point of sale approx. 70cm including pot)
I need minimal water once established
Well suited for coastal planting, I grow in most soils including those that are occasionally water logged
Plant features
Coastal tolerant
Handles wet/boggy spots
Red flowers
Green foliage
Flowers Jan-May, Sep-Dec
Plant me:
- In garden beds and general landscaping
- In pots and other containers
- As a hedge or screening plant
- In native and wildlife gardens
Tips for success
I benefit from an initial feed and occasional follow-up feeds with a quality slow release native fertiliser
Plant at least 0.5m apart.
Choose a full sun to partly shaded position.
Once established, check soil moisture and water during extended dry periods.
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