BORONIA
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BORONIA
Commonly known as Aniseed boronia
Genus of about 149 species of evergreen shrubs from Australia from sandy heaths and light woodland.
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Can be grown in a container -
Pests & Diseases
Under glass - red spider mites -
Place of origin
Australia -
EvergreenNarrow, spoon-shaped leaves 1.5cm (½in) long
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red) -
Star-shaped
4-petalled flowers -
Greenhouse / conservatoryNot 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 winterUse ericaceous compost. Shade from hot sun
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Patio / pot plants
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Half hardy (down to 0)
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Crenulate
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Height
90cm (36in) -
Spread
90cm (36in)
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Dwarf shrubTypically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
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Pruning group 7
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that flower on previous year's growth in Spring, or current year's growth in late Summer/Autumn.
Action: Cut back flowered shoots to within 1 inch of previous year's growth.
When: Annually after flowering or in Spring if flowering on current year's growth.
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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)Grow in lime-free (ericaceous) compost in full light. Shade from hot sun -
Scented foliage
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile
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Neutral to acid soilSandy soil preferred
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Full sun
Provide a cool root run -
Partial shade
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Mature Size90cm (36in)
90cm (36in)
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Boronia - Growing Guide
