Botanical Name
Phebalium nottii
Common Name
Desert Phebalium
Description
Desert Phebalium is a charming compact shrub renowned for its masses of bright purple star-shaped flowers and attractive green foliage that creates stunning drought-tolerant displays. This hardy species produces clusters of small, five-petaled purple flowers that bloom profusely in spring, creating brilliant displays against the attractive green leaves. The narrow, linear leaves provide beautiful textural contrast and remain evergreen year-round. Extremely drought tolerant and hardy once established, it thrives in well-drained soils and full sun positions. Perfect for dry gardens, rockeries, and water-wise plantings where low-maintenance color and reliable flowering create attractive garden displays.
Plant Category
Small Shrubs
Size (H x W)
Height: 50cm-1.5 meters, Spread: 1-1.5 meters
Phebalium nottii naturally occurs in arid and semi-arid regions of South Australia, thriving in sandy, well-drained soils with excellent drainage and full sun exposure in dry Mediterranean-type climates.
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