Description
Origin Tas endemic
Form: Medium erect shrub
Type: Evergreen
Height (typical): 2- 3m
Width (typical): 1.2 – 2.0m
Growth rate: Very fast
Uses: Shrubberies, specimen, screen, hedge
Soil type: Any soil including pure sand
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Frost hardiness: Very hardy
Drought tolerance: Very drought resistant (once established)
Wind firmness: Very wind firm
Windbreak position: First or second row.
Flowering time: Spring
Pruning: Not required but will respond if pruned
Features: Bird attracting (honey eaters & parrots)
Will take coastal exposure and saline soil
Fruit (capsules) dark red fading to purple
