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Cassinia aculeata

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Botanical Name: Common Names:

Cassinia aculeata Common Cassinia, Dolly Bush, Dogwood,

Native: Foliage Type:

Yes Evergreen

Plant Type: Plant Habit:

Shrubs Open Canopy

Description:

Erect, open green leaved shrub with white Summer flowers. Has a pleasant aromatic foliage. Great for exposed, coastal sites and erosion control. Often one of the first plants to colonise after bush fires, may have weed potential. Grows well under eucalyptus and used as an informal screen. Grows approx 4m tall by 2m wide.

Mature Height: Mature Width:

2-4m 1-2m

Position: Soil Type:

Any TBA

Landscape Use(s)

Coastal Garden, Erosion Control, Low Water Garden, Wind Break, Native Garden, Under Trees

Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free

Cultural Notes:

Plant Care

Low phosphorus slow release fertiliser

Family Name: Origin:

Asteraceae Australia

Characteristics

Foliage Colour: TBA

Flower Colour: White

Flower Fragrant: No

Flowering Season: Summer

Fruit: Yes

Requirements Tolerances

Growth Rate: Fast

Maintenance Level: Medium

Water Usage: Low

Drought: Medium / Moderate

Frost: Moderate

Wind: High

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