Kerosene Bush. A compact, rounded bush with yellowish green stems covered with narrow, dark green leaves. Clusters of white flowers. Max Height 1m. Max Spread 1m. Flowers June to July. Full sun. Frost hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Ozothamnus ledifolius
A compact, rounded bush with yellowish green stems covered with narrow, dark green leaves. Clusters of white flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Ozothamnus |
|---|---|
| Species | ledifolius |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Kerosene Bush |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1m |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Spread | 1m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Frost hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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