FABIANA imbricata 'Prostrata'
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FABIANA imbricata 'Prostrata'
Commonly known as False heath, Pichi
Feathery branchlets and white flowers in profusion
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Attractive to bees and other insects. -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Chile -
EvergreenSmall (to 5mm, (¼in)) needle-like, deep-green leaves.
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White
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BorderSuitable for a sheltered, sunny border
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Height
1m (39in) -
Spread
2m (6½ft) -
Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightLow-growing, mound-forming shrub with plume-like branches. Produces tubular flowers 1.5cm (½in) long
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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Neutral to acid soil
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Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil
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Full sun
Shelter from cold winds -
Bee friendly
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Mature Size1m (39in)
2m (6½ft)
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