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Brunonia Australis

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Common Name:
BLUE PINCUSHION

PLEASE NOTE: Orders are by full tray only. Each tray contains 40 plants. When ordering, please choose how many trays you would like.


WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE:

  • Perennial herb with short stem to 30cm and small rosette of soft silky leaves. 
  • Flowering striking deep blue pin-cushion-shaped flowers, September to November.

WHERE IT GROWS & WHY:

  • Dry sclerophyll forest, woodland and open sand dune communities. 
  • Prefers open position in dry well-drained soil and full sun. 
  • Tolerates wet winter soil and semi-shade. 
  • Tolerates drought. Summer watering kills plants. 

MANAGEMENT/SIGNIFICANCE:

  • Lifespan is 3 years maximum.
  • Good habitat. Nectar for native butterflies or moths.
  • Outstanding ornamental. Excellent for containers and informal garden drifts. Plant in groups for best effect.

 

 

 

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