LEPTOSPERMUM scoparium 'Wiri Linda'

Evergreen - narrow, spear-shaped, green leaves to 1cm (½in) long.

White

Height - 1.8m (6ft)

Spread - 1.2m (4ft)

Medium shrub - Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height - bushy habit.

Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter - Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)

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.

Full sun

Additional Features - Good to know - wildlife plant - insects

Pests & Diseases - none

Place of origin - garden origin (Jack Hobbs, Auckland, New Zealand)

Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.

Flower Shape - Double - Multi rows of petals, no stamen showing

Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -

Scented Plants - Scented foliage

Seasonal Interest - Spring

Summer

Soil Conditions - Fertile well drained soil - moderately fertile

Wildlife - Bee friendly