Babingtonia sp. Clarence River (syn. Baeckea)
- Mature size: 1.5-2.5m tall / wide.
- Recommended spacing: 80cm-1m apart for an informal hedge.
- Ideal growing conditions: Full sun to partial shade.
- Growth rate: Moderate.
Uses
Suitable for native gardens, low informal hedges, feature plant. Perfect for adding texture and colour to mixed borders and wildlife gardens.
Noteworthy
Australian native, evergreen shrub, and attracts pollinators. Known for its delicate white flowers..
Tolerant
Once established can withstand light frost, and grows in a variety of soil types when well-drained.
Colour/Growth form
Fine-textured foliage with small white flowers. Weeping growth habit. Low-growing shrub ideal for borders and native landscapes, offering lush greenery and seasonal blossoms.
How to Care for Babingtonia sp. Clarence River
Thrives in well-drained soil. Prune lightly to shape to encourage bushy growth. Best grown with a slow-release fertilizer in spring.