Also known as Native-Rose · Rose Boronia
Sydney Rockrose (Boronia serrulata) is a small, aromatic shrub native to eastern Australia, known for its delicate pink flowers and serrated leaves.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Regular watering during growth, reduced in winter
50% intensity
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Adaptable
50% intensity
Tolerates a range of temperatures but prefers mild conditions. Protect from extreme frost.
Light feeding
25% intensity
Use a low-phosphorus fertilizer formulated for native plants in spring.
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 Sydney Rockrose regularly during its growing season, ensuring the soil is consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in winter, allowing the top layer of soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Good drainage is crucial to prevent root rot.
Prune Boronia serrulata after flowering to maintain its shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove spent flowers and any dead or straggly stems.
Light pruning is generally sufficient; avoid heavy cutting back into old wood, as it may not resprout.
Propagate Sydney Rockrose from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Use a rooting hormone to improve success rates and plant them in a well-draining mix.
Keep cuttings moist and in a warm, humid environment until they root.
Repot Boronia serrulata every 2-3 years, or when root-bound, preferably in spring. Use a well-draining potting mix, ideally formulated for Australian natives, which are often low in phosphorus.
Handle the root ball gently to avoid damage.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Sapindales |
| Family | Rutaceae |
| Genus | Boronia |
| Species | Boronia serrulata |
Similar in genus Boronia
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