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BORONIA heterophylla
Deep cerise pink flowers in profusion. A most attractive greenhouse or conservatory plant
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Pests & Diseases - red spider mites under glass.
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Place of Origin - Australia.
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Tender - cool or frost free greenhouse - Tolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen. Except in frost-free inner-city areas or coastal extremities requires glasshouse conditions. Plant can withstand temperatures down to 1°C (34°F)
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Height - 1.8m(6ft)
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Spread - 1.2m (4ft)
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Evergreen - narrow, lance-shaped, aromatic, bright-green leaves.
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Medium Shrub - Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height - attractive bell-shaped, sweetly scented flowers.
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Greenhouse or Conservatory - Not the sort of plants to be grown outside where there are likely to be frosts. These plants need to be grown in a conservatory or cool greenhouse or at least brought inside for the winter - lime-free ericaceous potting, full light, shade from hot sun.
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Partial Shade
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Scented flowers
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Scented foliage
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Neutral to acid soil
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Boronia - Growing Guide
1.8m(6ft)
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1.2m (4ft) |
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Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50

Garden Goodies
Max/Min Digital Thermometer
Thermometer which displays current temperature in the centre, with Max above and min below.
Suitable for use outdoors or in the greenhouse / conservatory.
With batteries included
Only £20.00