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Strobilanthes gossypinus
$14.00
Strobilanthes gossypinus
$14.00
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Native to India and Sri Lanka, Strobilanthes gossypinus forms a rounded, dense mound with evergreen leaves covered in silver-grey fur. The word 'gossypinus' means cotton-like in latin, which refers to the masses of shiny hairs on the surface of the leaves, providing a shimmering silvery gold appearance in the sunlight. A designer's dream, this plant looks neat all year round and its unique foliage colour and texture contrasts beautifully along side other plants. We have found Strobilanthes gossypinus to perform well in both full sun and shady situations, whether in the garden or in pots or planters. Tolerates dry conditions and coastal spots where the furry leaves resist salt laden winds. The only requirement for this plant is a frost free environment and free draining soil. Whilst it's foliage is the feature of this plant, it does produce soft mauve, tubular flowers in elongated panicles above the foliage. Grows approximately 1m high x 1.5m wide.
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Carissa 'Green Carpet'
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Casuarina 'Green Wave'
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Casuarina 'Green Wave' is one of our preferred native shrubs that thrives in our climate and heavy clay soils. Mid-green soft foliage and compact growth create a unique textured mound approximately 2m x 2m if left unpruned. Can be clipped to enhance the ball shape if desired. Handles wet or dry, hot or cold weather, coastal positions or inland. A very versatile shrub! Prefers a sunny location.
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Corokia 'Little Prince'
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Unique in form - twisting black branches which interlace with one another make this dwarf Corokia highly ornamental. Used extensively in New Zealand for hedges and contrast plantings. Full sun, frost and coast tolerant, the only climatic limitations are high humidity and poor drainage. Tiny yellow flowers cover the plant in Spring. Often referred to as Wire Netting Bush. This intriguing plant grows 1.2m x 1.2m, and has a multitude of uses including bonzai.
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