Epacris obtusifolia
BLUNT LEAF HEATH
Ericaceae-Styphelioideae

 
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Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 9-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to warm low sun

Soil Moisture: constantly moist to usually boggy

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, sand, acidic to neutral

Tolerances: moderate wind, second line salt wind, light frost
1m
Plant habit
 
1m

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Garden Styles: suits mediterranean, oriental, cottage, bush & alpine designs

Uses: border

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average

Animals: nectar, butterfly attracting

 
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Epacris obtusifolia
BLUNT LEAF HEATH
Ericaceae-Styphelioideae

 

  Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 9-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to warm low sun

Soil Moisture: constantly moist to usually boggy

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, sand, acidic to neutral

Tolerances: moderate wind, second line salt wind, light frost
1m
Plant habit
 
1m

FEATURES

Flowers: mildly fragrant flowers in white

Flowering Time: late winter to late spring

Leaves: mid green


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits mediterranean, oriental, cottage, bush & alpine designs

Uses: border

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average

Animals: nectar, butterfly attracting






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