Botanical Name
Dampiera teres
Common Name
Terete-leaved Dampiera
Description
Terete-leaved Dampiera is a distinctive native shrub renowned for its bright blue flowers and unique needle-like leaves that creates beautiful displays in Australian gardens. This attractive species produces clusters of small, fan-shaped blue flowers that bloom profusely in spring and summer, attracting native bees and butterflies while providing excellent nectar sources. The distinctive terete (cylindrical) needle-like leaves create attractive fine-textured evergreen foliage that provides unique architectural interest. Hardy and drought tolerant once established, it thrives in well-drained sandy soils and full sun to partial shade positions with excellent drainage essential. Perfect for rockeries, borders, and areas where native shrubs with unique foliage texture and reliable blue flowering create distinctive landscape displays.
Plant Category
Small Shrubs
Size (H x W)
Height: 50cm-1.5 meters, Spread: 50cm-1 meter
Dampiera teres naturally occurs in southeastern Australia, thriving in well-drained sandy soils with excellent drainage and full sun to partial shade exposure in temperate to Mediterranean climates.
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