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KUNZEA rostrata
Family: Myrtaceae
Characteristics: Shrub to 3 m spread 2 m
Seed per packet: Approx 100
An attractive hardy shrub growing to around 3 metres in good conditions but can be smaller depending on the conditions.
A spectacular display of pink flowers occur in dense globular heads from October to November in it's native range.
Occurs naturally in the Jarrah Forests, Swan Coastal Plains and Warren regions of the South West Provence in Western Australia.
Prefers a light to medium well-drained soil in an open sunny position, drought and frost resistant.
Image credit Geoff Derrin. Cropped and watermarked.
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Generally best sown in spring or autumn avoiding the coldest and hottest months of the year. The optimum germination temperature for germination is around 18-22°C
Sow the seed on the surface of a porous seed-raising mix and sprinkle a very light covering of the seed-raising mix over the seed. Do not bury the seed deeply.
Seeds generally sprout well when sowed in seed-raising mixes, however, the seedlings may be susceptible to a disease called "damping off". To reduce the risk of this disease, it is recommended to keep the seeds moist but not overwatered. The germination process should take around 14 to 30 days, depending on the species of plant.
*Please note:
- Please do not be too hasty to discard seeds that do not germinate; seeds will often lay dormant until the conditions are similar to their natural germination requirements.
- As with all seeds, they must have adequate water to keep them moist but not too wet.
- These growth notes are provided as guidance only and do not guarantee successful germination.
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