About
Pimelea drupacea, the Victorian bird cherry, is a compact evergreen shrub producing the characteristic paired, leathery leaves and terminal clusters of small, daphne-like tubular flowers of the genus. An ornamental and rewarding plant for a frost-free, sunny, well-drained garden.
About the genus
Pimelea are small, evergreen shrubs from Australasia with leathery, paired leaves and terminal clusters of small, daphne-like tubular flowers, followed by berry-like or dry fruits. Grown in frost-free, sunny, well-drained gardens.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, hedging, specimen planting.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in sun or part shade.
PruningPrune after flowering or late winter.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.