Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Philotheca shrubs

Philotheca syn Eriostemon cultivar


This delightful native shrub is looking fantastic at the moment .The various forms and species of this plant all bear masses of waxy white or pink flowers .Names such as 'Profusion', 'Cascade of Stars' and 'Flower Girl' have been registered to describe particular varieties. Most are compact growing shrubs up to a metre in height with the bonus of having aromatic foliage typical of members of the citrus family (Rutaceae). They prefer light well drained soils with a good covering of leaf litter mulch but adapt to heavier soils in positions of full sun or part shade.



1 comment:

  1. Yep. A beautiful plant this one. I grow it under a Geraldton Wax amongst Brachyscomes & Lechenaultia. Looks awesome

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