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Kalgan Boronia (Boronia heterophylla)

Kalgan Boronia (Boronia heterophylla) is an evergreen shrub native to Western Australia, known for its profuse pink to red flowers.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water moderately, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil.

Temperature

Thrives in mild to warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Use a low-phosphorus fertilizer in spring.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Ensure good light exposure for best flowering.

Water

Water moderately, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil.

Temperature

Thrives in mild to warm temperatures.

Protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Use a low-phosphorus fertilizer in spring.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

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

Compound

Flower Size

1.5-2 cm

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Synonyms
Boronia pteropoda Turcz.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderSapindales
  • familyRutaceae
  • genusBoronia
  • speciesBoronia heterophylla
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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