Sticky Boobialla

Sticky Boobialla

Myoporum viscosum

Sticky Boobialla, Myoporum viscosum is a medium size native shrub with dark green foliage and masses of small white flowers. Grows to 1-2M and is fire retardant.

Myoporum viscosum

(Sticky Boobialla)

Myoporum viscosum is a small shrub to groundcover native to Australia, known for its sticky, aromatic foliage and attractive white to pale lilac flowers. It is drought-tolerant, hardy, and ideal for coastal gardens, erosion control, and native landscaping.

Key Features:

  • Growth Habit: Shrubby or groundcover form (typically 0.5–1.5m tall and wide)
  • Foliage: Sticky, aromatic, lance-shaped green leaves
  • Flowers: Small, white to pale lilac flowers with purple markings in spring and summer
  • Fruit: Small, fleshy, reddish-purple berries, attractive to birds
  • Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shade
  • Soil Type: Prefers well-drained soils; adapts to sandy, loamy, or rocky conditions
  • Drought Tolerance: Very high, once established
  • Frost Tolerance: Moderate
  • Maintenance: Low; occasional pruning for shaping
  • Pest & Disease Resistance: Generally resistant, but can attract some insects due to sticky foliage
  • Uses:
    • Groundcover or low shrub for erosion control
    • Coastal and dry gardens (tolerates salt spray)
    • Habitat planting (birds are attracted to its fruit)
    • Firewise landscaping due to its hardy, water-efficient nature

Planting & Care Tips:

✅ Soil: Prefers well-draining soil; avoid waterlogged areas
✅ Watering: Water regularly until established; very drought-tolerant once mature
✅ Pruning: Can be trimmed for shape and to encourage bushier growth
✅ Pests & Diseases: Generally low-maintenance but monitor for insects attracted to sticky leaves

$10.25 inc. GST

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Melbourne Metro deliveries cost $44.00.
Expect your delivery to arrive between 1 and 5 business days.

The Mornington Peninsula ** Mt Eliza to Portsea ** and Geelong deliveries cost $66.00.
Expect your delivery to arrive between 1 and 5 business days.

Outer Melbourne deliveries cost $132.00.
Expect your delivery to arrive between 1 and 7 business days.

Regional Victoria deliveries cost between $143.00 – $264.00.
Expect your delivery to arrive between 3 and 7 business days.

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