About
Passerina filiformis is an evergreen shrub from southern Africa producing thread-like, heath-like leaves and small, tubular flowers. A rewarding plant for a frost-free, sunny, well-drained garden.
About the genus
Passerina are evergreen shrubs from southern Africa with thread-like, heath-like leaves and small, tubular flowers. Grown in frost-free, sunny, well-drained gardens.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.