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Good to know
Final height dependant on protection. May need restrictive pruning under glass. -
Pests & Diseases
Red spider mites, mealybugs, scale insects under glass. -
Place of origin
Australia (New South Wales, Victoria). Introduced into UK by Joseph Banks in 1788, -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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EvergreenLance-shaped, dark green leaves to 10cm (4in) long with prominent oil glands.
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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 winter
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Height
Usually to 3m (10ft) -
Spread
Usually to 3m (10ft)
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Tall ShrubVariable shrub, often with arching branches. Produces flowers profusely in spikes 5-15cm (2-6in) long.
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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) -
Scented foliageLeaves release attractive lemon scent when crushed.
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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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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Neutral to acid soil
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Full sun
Sheltered position. -
Mature Sizeusually to 3m (10ft)
usually to 3m (10ft)
