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LEUCOPHYTA brownii
Cushion Bush
Family: Asteraceae
Characteristics: Shrub 30-70 cm
Seed per packet: Approx 200
Seed per gram: Approx 2,000
A dwarf shrub with silver foliage and yellow button head flowers occurring in late Spring and Summer. The silver foliage reflects light at night and is excellent for defining path edges. it also provides a contrast to other plants in your garden.
Excellent ability to withstand the full onslaught of wind and salt spray making it a very useful plant for coastal areas.
Adaptable to a wide range of well-drained soil types in an open sunny position. Drought and frost resistant, tolerant to salt spray and coastal condition, dislikes hot humid conditions.
Endemic to almost all the Southern coastline of Australia and Tasmania.
Please note:
These growth notes are provided as guidance only and do not guarantee successful germination.
Pre-treatment of smoke is recommended for this species.
Sow seed on the surface of a porous seed-raising mix.
Sprinkle a light covering of the seed-raising mix over the seed.
For larger areas, scatter on the surface and rake over.
Germination: 21-42 days soil temperature of 20-22⁰C
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Importing to Tasmania Prohibited