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Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.
Also known as Australian Coastal Rosemary · Australian Rosemary · Coastal Rosemary
Westringia fruticosa is a hardy evergreen shrub native to Australia, known for its profuse white flowers resembling rosemary.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade. Adaptable to coastal conditions.
80% intensity
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
60% intensity
Well-drained soil is essential. Prefers sandy or loamy soils but is adaptable.
50% intensity
Thrives in mild to warm temperatures, between 15-25°C. Can tolerate light frost.
70% intensity
Outdoor, Greenhouse
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength in spring and summer.
40% intensity
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead or damaged branches at any time of year.
Easily propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer or autumn. Can also be grown from seed, though germination may be slow.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years in spring, using a well-draining potting mix. Water thoroughly after repotting.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Westringia Fruticosa (Westringia fruticosa)
Where Westringia Fruticosa (Westringia fruticosa) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Westringia |
| Species | Westringia fruticosa |
Similar in genus Westringia
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