Woolly Bush

Woolly Bush

Adenanthos sericeus Woolly Bush

Woolly Bush is a soft, densely foliaged Native with narrow, silvery-green leaves. Small Red Flowers. Great for Coastal Sites. Grows to 5M x 2M

Adenanthos sericeus, commonly known as Woolly Bush, is indeed a beautiful, densely foliaged native plant with soft, narrow, silvery-green leaves. This plant is highly valued for its foliage rather than its flowers, although small red flowers do appear throughout the year. Its silvery, woolly texture adds a striking visual appeal, making it a great choice for both aesthetic and practical uses.

Here are some key characteristics and care tips for Adenanthos sericeus (Woolly Bush):

Key Characteristics:

  • Soft, silvery-green foliage: The narrow, woolly leaves give it a soft, dense appearance.
  • Small red flowers: Though the flowers bloom throughout the year, they are more of a secondary feature, and the plant is primarily appreciated for its attractive foliage.
  • Coastal and wind tolerance: It thrives in coastal conditions and can tolerate strong winds, making it ideal for harsher climates.
  • Windbreak or soft screen: Its dense habit makes it an excellent choice for privacy screening or as a natural windbreak.
  • Aussie Christmas Tree: Its unique appearance and bright red flowers make it a festive and native alternative to a traditional Christmas tree in Australia.

Growth:

  • Typically grows to around 5 meters (H) x 2 meters (W), so it works well in larger gardens but can also be kept potted for decorative purposes, especially around Christmas time.

Care Tips:

  • Soil: Prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soil, typical of coastal areas.
  • Watering: While drought-tolerant once established, it still benefits from regular watering, especially during dry periods.
  • Sunlight: Best grown in full sun to part shade for optimal growth.
  • Pruning: Light pruning can help maintain a compact, bushy shape and encourage healthy growth, especially if you’re keeping it potted.

This plant is indeed an excellent choice for a variety of uses in the garden, from creating a soft, attractive screen to decorating for the festive season.

$12.25 – $164.25 inc. GST

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Melbourne Metro deliveries cost $49.50.
Expect your delivery to arrive between 1 and 5 business days.
FREE Delivery for orders over $500.00

The Mornington Peninsula ** Mt Eliza to Portsea ** and Geelong deliveries cost $77.00.
Expect your delivery to arrive between 3 and 5 business days.
FREE Delivery for orders over $1,000.00

Outer Melbourne deliveries cost $154.00.
Expect your delivery to arrive between 5 and 7 business days.

Regional Victoria deliveries cost between $154.00 – $264.00.
Expect your delivery to arrive between 5 and 7 business days.

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