A compact and brightly coloured shrub, with rich burgundy growth in winter which contrasts beautifully with the normally deep green foliage. It is naturally neat growing but can be trimmed to further encourage a more dense habit. Grows in most well drained soils and in full sun to light shade. Frost tolerant. Grows to around a metre and a half high and wide.
Plant Type - Small shrub, Large shrub
Common Name - Water Gum
Scientific Name - Tristaniopsis laurina
Family - Myrtaceae
Cultivar Name - Burgundy Blush
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Minimum Height - 1
Maximum Height - 1.5
Minimum Width - 1
Maximum Width - 1.5
Flower Colour - Cream
Flowering Time - Summer
pH Level - Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type - Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix
Plant Environment - Low maintenance garden, Courtyard, Poolside, Container growing, Coastal garden
Climate Zone - Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean
Light - Sunny, Light shade, Half shade
Growth Habit - Evergreen, Dense foliage, Spreading, Mound-shaped
Life Span - Perennial
Soil Moisture - Well-drained
Propagation Method -
Frost Tolerance - Tolerates light frost
Plant Usage - Hedge, Topiary, Feature plant, Screen, Attractive foliage, Wow factor
Special Uses - Cut flower, Bonsai
Attracts Wildlife -
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