A small shrub native to the south west of Western Australia, it grows to around half a metre tall. It bears eye catching starry bright yellow flowers in summer. It naturally grows on sandy soils, and likes good drainage in a raised bed and a sunny to lightly shaded spot. Growing in a large container is also good plan. In humid climates it can be prone to fungal disease, so is best as a short lived specimen or grown in drier areas. Good for nectar loving insects, and can be used as a cut flower. Drought tolerant.
Calytrix flavescens – Summer Star Flower
Plant Information
Plant Type - Small shrub
Common Name - Star Flower
Scientific Name - Calytrix flavescens
Family - Myrtaceae
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Minimum Height - 0.3
Maximum Height - 0.8
Minimum Width - 0.3
Maximum Width - 0.5
Flower Colour - Yellow
Flowering Time - Summer
pH Level - Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type - Sandy, Sandy loam
Plant Environment - Courtyard, Container growing, Cottage garden, Flower garden, Coastal garden, Drought resistant
Climate Zone - Warm temperate, Mediterranean, Semi-arid
Light - Sunny, Light shade
Growth Habit - Evergreen, Dense foliage, Open foliage
Life Span - Perennial, Short lived
Soil Moisture - Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage
Propagation Method - Seed, Softwood cutting, Semihardwood cutting
Frost Tolerance - Tolerates light frost
Plant Usage - Feature plant
Special Uses - Cut flower, Playground friendly
Attracts Wildlife - Bees, Other insects
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