Darwinia citriodora

Lemon scented Myrtle

A frost-hardy, drought-tolerant rockery plant, Darwinia citriodora grows to 1.0m. It features lemon-scented foliage and red spring/summer flowers. Thriving in full sun and light clay to sandy soils, it benefits from a tip prune after flowering.

1m
Height
1.2m
Width
red flowers in spring & summer
Flowers

Growing Conditions

Position
prefers full sun
Soil
light clay to sandy soils
Drainage
very good drainage
Frost/Snow
frost hardy
Wind
some wind protection
Drought
drought tolerant
Coastal
moderate coastal exposure

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