Westringia fruticosa
Westringia fruticosa, commonly known as Coastal Rosemary or Coastal Westringia, is a versatile and hardy shrub native to the coastal regions of eastern Australia. Its leaves are small, narrow, and linear, and they are a grey-green in colour. Its foliage is dense and compact, giving the plant a bushy appearance. White flowers bloom sporadically throughout the year, with peak flowering occurring in spring.
Cultural
Westringia are tolerant of salt spray and coastal winds and respond well to regular pruning. They can tolerate part shade but flowering will be reduced.
Soil:
Tolerates any well-drained soil, suitable for poor soil.
Aspect:
Full sun to part shade.
Maintenance:
Prune lightly throughout the year to maintain size and shape. Apply a slow-release fertiliser in spring to promote healthy growth. Will benefit from a yearly application of mulch to aid soil moisture retention.
Water Requirements:
Drought tolerant once established.
Seasonal Interest:
Intermittent flowering year-round.
Landscape Uses
Ideal for hedging, borders, mass planting, or as a topiary specimen, Westringia fruticosa is well-suited to coastal gardens due to its tolerance of salt spray and coastal winds. It mixes well with citrus and rosemary to form an Aussie Mediterranean garden or with Eucalyptus pulverulenta ‘Baby Blue‘ and Correa alba to form a modern native garden.
Dimensions
Height to 1.5m
Width to 1.5m
Can be kept smaller through pruning.
Width to 1.5m
Can be kept smaller through pruning.