Overview

Thryptomene baeckeacea is a plant with a compact, bushy habit in the genus Thryptomene, part of the Myrtaceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 0.2–1.2 metres tall. Thryptomene baeckeacea grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include ground cover, border edging and container planting.

About

Thryptomene baeckeacea is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae and is endemic to Western Australia. It is a shrub that typically grows to a height of 0.2–1.2 m and produces white, pink or purple flowers between May and October in the species' native range.

About the genus

Thryptomene is a genus of flowering plants in the family Myrtaceae and is endemic to Australia. Plants in the genus Thryptomene are shrubs with small leaves arranged in opposite pairs and white or pink flowers. About forty-seven species of Thryptomene, occurring in all Australian states and the Northern Territory, have been formally described.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Thryptomene

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H4

Plant details

Thryptomene baeckeacea size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Compact, bushy

Foliage

Evergreen

Height

0.2–1.2 metres

Suggested uses

Ground cover, border edging, container planting

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Thryptomene baeckeacea

Propagation

Semi-ripe cuttings, seed

Pest resistance

Resistant to most pests

Disease resistance

Resistant to most diseases

Frequently asked questions