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Woolly Bush Adenanthos
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Posted by fififi z 10 NSW (My Page) on Mon, Dec 12, 05 at 23:34
| Does anyone know how the Woolly bush (Adenanthos sericeus) fares in the coastal Sydney region, or anywhere with humid summers? I've seen several youngish plants around but don't know how they go in the long term. If successful, how tall do you estimate they get over in the east? |
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RE: Woolly Bush Adenanthos
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Adenanthos sericeus
Woollybush
Ornamental large grey shrub 8-12' x 8-12'. Hardy shrub for well drained soils. Full sun partial shade position. Tolerates alkaline soils and frost 24F. Generally fast growing. Foliage can be used for cut flower. Suitable for coastal or inland areas. Useful windbreak or screen |
RE: Woolly Bush Adenanthos
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The 5th edition of 'Australian Native Plants' by Wrigley and Fagg, advises that Adenanthos sericeus is unreliable on the humid east coast.
I tried to grow one a year or so ago, did all the right things, but it died in late summer. I should point out that although summer temperatures here are a little cooler than in Sydney, we do experience mists at this time of year and, the combination of warmth and moisture isn't good for those plants which prefer drier surroundings. I really should have known better. |
RE: Woolly Bush Adenanthos
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- Posted by pos02 NSW Aust (My Page) on
Thu, Dec 15, 05 at 17:53
| I have a woolly bush - not sure what type it is, but the leaves are a little bit stiffer that the common one, and it does not get as big. We live on Hawkesbury sandstone country, and the plant gets almost full sun with good drainage. It has been in for over a year and looks pretty healthy. From what I have learnt, if you are planting tubestock, it doesn't hurt to try something different. If it dies, it is only a few dollars worth, and you learn more for next time. |
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