BRACHYGLOTTIS
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BRACHYGLOTTIS
Commonly known as (formerly Senecio) , Bushmansfriend, Pukapuka, Rangiora
You might find that your favourite Senecio has been transposed to this unflatteringly named genus.
Brachyglottis 'Sunshine' just doesn't have the alliterative allure of Senecio 'Sunshine'. However, the improvement, the more compact 'Walberton's Silver Dormouse', when more widely known should become a favourite.
Genus of about 30 species of evergreen trees and shrubs, herbaceous perennials and climbers from New Zealand and Tasmania.
Includes several shrubby species once included in Senecio.
They thrive in areas of hot sun, poor soils and along the coast.
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Pests & Diseases
None. -
Place of origin
New Zealand. -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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EvergreenBroadly oblong, wavy-margined, dark-green leaves to 25cm (10in) long.
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Height
3m (10ft) -
Spread
3m (10ft)
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Tall ShrubSpreading habit. Flowerheads in arching panicles to 30cm (12in) long.
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Will grow outside in milder locations
This could include plants which would survive happily in a greenhouse or conservatory if not in a mild location. If you have a sheltered spot in your garden then it may do well here. -
Scented flowers
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Fertile well drained soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
Produces larger leaves in part shade. -
Mature Size3m (10ft)
3m (10ft)
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Brachyglottis - Care Guide
