A compact small shrub that has aromatic curry-scented leaves and clusters of white flowers all year round that are pink in bud. Trim back after each flower flush to trigger a new burst of blooms. This is a great feature or pot plant , and would also make an eye catching low hedge. Likes a sunny spot. Feed with a good native plant food in the warmer months, being sure to water in well after fertilizing to prevent leaf burn. Ozothamnus make superb long lasting cut flowers, and cutting them for this use will help stimulate new flowering growth as well.
Ozothamnus diosmifolius ‘Radiance’ – Rice Flower
Family : Asteraceae
Cultivar Name: Radiance
Plant Type : Large shrub
Width : 1.2
Flowering Time : All year
Soil Type : Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix, Poor soil
Climate Zone : Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Cool
Growth Habit : Evergreen
Soil Moisture : Well-drained
Special Uses : Cut flower, Playground friendly
Scientific Name: Ozothamnus diosmifolius
Common Name : Rice Flower
Height : 2
Flower Color : White
pH Level : Acid, Neutral
Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Poolside, Cottage garden, Flower garden, Coastal garden, Drought resistant
Light : Sunny
Lifespan : Perennial
Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost
Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Butterflies, Other insects