Ozothamnus ledifolius ‘Mountain Spice’
$4.50
Origin: Tasmanian endemic species. US hardiness zone 7-9.
Evergreen shrub 1.0m height. Width 1.0m. Use for rock gardens, small shrubberies. Most soils except very wet. Frost tolerant . Drought resistant once established. Pink – white flowers in Summer.
Features: Very fragrant flowers. Butterfly attracting. Bird attracting.
Description
| Origin |
Tas |
| Form: |
Compact dense small shrub |
| Type: |
Evergreen |
| Height (typical): |
1m |
| Width (typical): |
1m |
| Growth rate: |
moderate |
| Uses: |
Ornamental, rockeries, containers. |
| Soil type: |
Heavy soils best |
| Position: |
Full sun to part shade |
| Frost hardiness: |
Very hardy |
| Drought tolerance: |
Reasonably dry tolerant, best with some |
|
summer water. |
| Wind firmness: |
Very wind firm |
| Flowering time: |
Spring to summer. |
| Pruning: |
Usually not required. |
| Features: |
Glossy leaves & red flower buds. |
|
Scented in warm weather – said to be a mix |
|
of bees wax and strawberry jam. |
