Overview
Duboisia myoporoides is a plant with a shrub habit in the genus Duboisia, part of the Solanaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Duboisia myoporoides grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a.
About
Duboisia myoporoides, commonly known as New South Wales corkwood, is an evergreen shrub belonging to the Solanaceae family. It thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. This cultivar is best suited to protected environments in the UK, with a hardiness rating of H1a. It is of interest during spring and summer and can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Duboisia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1a
Plant details
Duboisia myoporoides size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Shrub
- Foliage
- Evergreen
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Duboisia myoporoides
- Propagation
- Seed, stem cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Duboisia myoporoides?
Duboisia myoporoides prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Duboisia myoporoides need?
Duboisia myoporoides grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Duboisia myoporoides hardy in the UK?
Duboisia myoporoides has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Duboisia myoporoides?
Seed, stem cuttings.