Overview

Westringia villosa Mundi ('Wes05'PBR) is a bushy shrubs in the genus Westringia, part of the Lamiaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Westringia villosa Mundi ('Wes05'PBR) grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include hedges, mixed borders, screens, mass plantings and wind breaks.

About

Westringia villosa Mundi ('Wes05'PBR) is a bushy evergreen shrub cultivar within the Westringia genus, which includes 25 species native to Australia. It features slender, lanceolate deep green leaves similar to those of rosemary, and produces flowers ranging from white to pale blue. This cultivar thrives in full sun with a sheltered aspect, preferring fertile, moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils across a range of pH levels. It is suitable for use in hedges, mixed borders, screens, mass plantings, and wind breaks, offering seasonal interest in spring and summer.

About the genus

Westringia is a genus of Australian shrubs. As with other members of the mint family their upper petal is divided into two lobes. There are four stamens - the upper two are fertile while the lower two are reduced to staminodes.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Westringia

Sunlight
Full sun
Soil type
Loam, Sand
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture
Moist but well-drained
Aspect
East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Exposure
Sheltered
UK hardiness
H2

Plant details

Westringia villosa Mundi ('Wes05'PBR) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type
Shrubs
Habit
Bushy
Foliage
Evergreen
Suggested uses
Hedges, Mixed borders, Screens, Mass plantings, Wind breaks

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Westringia villosa Mundi ('Wes05'PBR)

Propagation
Semi-ripe cuttings in late summer, Seed sown in spring
Pest resistance
Generally pest-free
Disease resistance
Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Westringia villosa Mundi ('Wes05'PBR)?

Westringia villosa Mundi ('Wes05'PBR) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Westringia villosa Mundi ('Wes05'PBR) need?

Westringia villosa Mundi ('Wes05'PBR) grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Westringia villosa Mundi ('Wes05'PBR) hardy in the UK?

Westringia villosa Mundi ('Wes05'PBR) has an RHS hardiness rating of H2, meaning it is tender, tolerating 1–5°C, and needs frost-free protection over winter.

How do I propagate Westringia villosa Mundi ('Wes05'PBR)?

Semi-ripe cuttings in late summer, Seed sown in spring.