Xanthostemon verticillatus Little Penda
- Mature size: 1.5-2m tall/wide.
- Recommended spacing for hedging: 1m apart.
- Ideal growing conditions: Full sun-part shade.
- Growth rate: Moderate.
Uses
Pot/container plant, patio/verandah plant, native garden, small gardens, wildflower/cottage garden, understory planting, courtyard, garden filler, feature shrub, hedge, short privacy screen, tropical garden.
Noteworthy
Australian native cultivar, hardy evergreen, low maintenance, attractive foliage and flowers, attracts birds and pollinators, fragrant flowers, seasonal colour interest.
Tolerant
Pruning, humidity, heat, drought once established.
Colour/Growth form
Compact, dense evergreen shrub with glossy dark green foliage and reddish to copper-toned new growth. It produces showy creamy yellow to creamy white flower clusters through the warmer months, creating a soft tropical look for native gardens, hedges and feature planting.
What is Little Penda?
Xanthostemon verticillatus ‘Little Penda’ is a Australian native shrub valued for its glossy foliage, colourful new growth and creamy yellow flower clusters. It develops a dense, bushy habit that works well as a feature shrub, flowering hedge, container plant or understory filler in warm garden positions.
How to care for Little Penda
Plant Xanthostemon Little Penda in full sun to part shade with moist, free-draining soil. Water regularly during establishment and dry periods, then mulch to help retain soil moisture. Prune lightly as needed to maintain a dense shape, and use a suitable native fertiliser during the growing season.
