Description
| Origin | Tas, Vic & NSW |
| Form: | Compact rounded shrub |
| Type: | Evergreen |
| Height (typical): | 1.5 – 2.5m |
| Width (typical): | 1.5-2.5m |
| Growth rate: | Fast |
| Uses: | Shrubbery, garden, hedge & specimen |
| Soil type: | Any soils with moderate drainage |
| Position: | Full sun to part shade |
| Frost hardiness: | Very frost hardy |
| Drought tolerance: | Very drought tolerant |
| Wind firmness: | Very wind firm |
| Windbreak position: | Second or third row planting |
| Flowering time: | Spring & summer |
| Pruning: | Tip prune to maintain a compact habit |
| Features: | Bird attracting (parrots on flowers & fruits) |
| Source of the new ‘wonder oil’ | |
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Edibles: |
Name Tickbush as it repels ticks.
Leaves can be infused as a tea. Dried leaves can be used as a seasoning. |
