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Westringia fruticosa (Westringia fruticosa)

Westringia fruticosa is a hardy evergreen shrub native to Australia, known for its profuse white flowers resembling rosemary.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade. Adaptable to coastal conditions.

Watering

Water regularly during the growing season, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-drained soil is essential. Prefers sandy or loamy soils but is adaptable.

Temperature

Thrives in mild to warm temperatures, between 15-25°C. Can tolerate light frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength in spring and summer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade. Adaptable to coastal conditions.

Water

Water regularly during the growing season, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-drained soil is essential. Prefers sandy or loamy soils but is adaptable.

Temperature

Thrives in mild to warm temperatures, between 15-25°C. Can tolerate light frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength in spring and summer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1-2 m

Spread

1-2 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Linear to lanceolate

Flower Size

1 cm

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Synonyms
Cunila fruticosa Willd.
Westringia rosmarinacea Andrews
Westringia rosmariniformis Sm.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLamiales
  • familyLamiaceae
  • genusWestringia
  • speciesWestringia fruticosa
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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