About
A large, arching, evergreen Australian shrub to about 5m tall with long, narrow, mid-green leaves and dense, white bottlebrush flower spikes in late spring and early summer. A graceful and floriferous native for a warm, well-drained, sheltered border in a mild, frost-free garden.
About the genus
Streptopus is a genus containing species of varied habit, from compact perennials to larger woody plants. Members are valued in horticulture for their flowers, foliage, or overall form and are found in diverse habitats worldwide
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.