Botanical Name: Common Names:
Hibbertia obtusifolia Hoary Guinea Flower, Grey Guinea Flower,
Native: Foliage Type:
Yes Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Groundcovers, Shrubs Shrub Like, Spreading
Description:
Low growing dark glossy leaved native groundcover with small open faced yellow flowers throughout the year. Great for scrambling across the ground. Mass plant for impact. Grows approx. 60cm tall x 100cm wide.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
60cm-1m 60cm-1m
Position: Soil Type:
Any, Full Sun, Semi Shade, Shade Any, Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Borders / Shrubbery, Coastal Garden, Groundcover, Habitat, Low Water Garden, Mass Planting, Rockery, Shady Garden, Container / Pot, Under Trees
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes: Prefers well drained soils but will grow in most soil types. Prune to shape when necessary. May smother small plants if left alone. Will also tolerate salty, coastal conditions and frost. Plant spacing - 1 to 2 plants per metre.
Plant Care
None
Family Name: Origin:
Dilleniaceae Australia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Yellow
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
Fruit: Insignificant
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Fast
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Low
Drought: Medium / Moderate
Frost: Tender
Wind: High