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BORONIA
Genus of about 149 species of evergreen shrubs from Australia from sandy heaths and light woodland.
Further Reading....
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EvergreenNarrow, lance-shaped, soft, aromatic leaves.
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WhiteWhite with touch of pink -
Height1.5m (5ft) -
Spread1.2m (4ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightUpright, bushy shrub
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winterHardy 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) -
Partial shade
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Additional Features
Pests & DiseasesRed spider mites under glass.
Place of originAustralia -
Flower ShapeBell/LanternBell-shaped, pendent flowers
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Garden Location/ConditionsGreenhouse / 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 winterLime-free ericaceous potting, full light, shade from hot sun.
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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Leaf margin
Entire(see photos above) -
Leaf shape
Lanceolate
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Pruning group
Pruning group 7Suitable 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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Scented PlantsScented flowersScented foliage
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soil
Boronia - Growing Guide
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1.5m (5ft)
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1.2m (4ft) |
Buy Varieties of BORONIA
BORONIA crenulata
Aniseed boronia
small aromatic leaves and pink flowers throughout the year, most profusely in late winter/spring
Gift-wrapping available
£20.00 each
BORONIA heterophylla
deep cerise pink flowers in profusion. A most attractive greenhouse or conservatory plant
Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Afterplant - Grow Your Own
AFTER PLANT GROW YOUR OWN seaweed is ready to use liquid concentrate that was specially formulated be used on all edible plants.
Only £8.00
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Afterplant - Tomatoes
AFTER PLANT TOMATO FEED Liquid Concentrate with Bio stimulant is a high potash liquid concentrate containing seaweed extract, plant derived amino acids and other nutrients specifically formulated to benefit tomatoes and greenhouse plants.
Only £8.00
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Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
3 options from £3.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow Ericoid mycorrhizal fungi
This specially adapted Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi will boost the growth of acid-loving plants like rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers and blueberries.
It contains ericoid and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, which are found in poor acidic soils where ericaceous plants naturally grow.
Only £7.50
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
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Blood, Fish & Bone
Improves vegetable, fruit and flower quality. Blood, Fish and Bone
contains three major nutrients essential for strong and healthy growth.
Only £6.00
