About
Richea scoparia is a compact, prickly-leaved evergreen shrub from Tasmanian alpine heathland producing the characteristic stiff, spine-tipped leaves and dense bottlebrush-like flower spikes in shades of pink, white or red of the genus. A rewarding and ornamental plant for a cool, moist, sheltered garden.
About the genus
Richea are evergreen shrubs and small trees from Tasmania and mainland Australia producing stiff, spine-tipped leaves and bottlebrush-like spikes of small, colourful flowers. Grown in cool, moist, sheltered 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.