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Product Overview
Westringia fruticosa Native Rosemary or Coastal Rosemary, is a resilient evergreen shrub native to the coastal regions of eastern Australia. With its dense, fine-textured foliage and ability to withstand harsh coastal conditions, it’s an ideal choice for hedging, screening, or as a feature plant in Mediterranean and native-style gardens. The plant’s salt tolerance and capacity to thrive in windy environments make it especially valuable for coastal landscaping. Year-round flowering enhances its ornamental appeal, producing small, white to pale lilac blooms that attract pollinators.
Growth:
Forms a compact, rounded shrub, typically reaching 1 to 2 metres in height and up to 2 metres in width.
Light Requirements:
Grows best in full sun to partial shade, with more prolific flowering in sunnier spots.
Soil Requirements:
Adapts well to a variety of well-drained soils, such as sandy loam and clay. Avoid areas with poor drainage to maintain optimal health.
Water Requirements:
Requires minimal watering once established, showcasing good drought tolerance. Watering should be adjusted based on extended dry conditions.
Frost Tolerance:
This plant is frost hardy.
Drought Tolerance:
Highly drought-tolerant, making it a reliable option for low-maintenance gardens.
Flowering Information:
Produces small, delicate white to pale lilac flowers throughout the year, contributing subtle colour and charm.
Spacing Requirements:
Plant 1 to 1.5 metres apart to ensure sufficient space for growth and air circulation.
Fertiliser Requirements:
Apply a balanced, slow-release fertiliser in spring to encourage robust growth and continuous flowering.
Care and Maintenance:
Light pruning after flowering helps maintain shape and encourages denser foliage. Prune as needed to keep the desired size and remove any spent blooms.
