Alyxia buxifolia
Commonly known as Sea Box, Alyxia buxifolia is the perfect choice for coastal areas. Forming small white flowers in Spring, this native shrub emits a pleasant fragrance and serves as a natural habitat and shelter for various wildlife, such as birds, butterflies and lizards. The orange fruit that sometimes grow in summer may be eaten by such wildlife but is toxic to humans.
Cultural
Alyxia are low maintenance and rarely affected by pests or disease.
Soil:
Tolerates any well-drained soil, suitable for poor soils.
Aspect:
Full sun to part shade.
Maintenance:
Requires very little maintenance. Prune after flowering to maintain shape if required.
Water Requirements:
Drought tolerant once established.
Seasonal Interest:
Spring flowering.
Landscape Uses
This native shrub is great for screening and hedging, in windy coastal locations it is great as a hardy windbreak. It can also be clipped for topiary shapes or as a stand-alone shrub. Star-shaped white flowers form along a bright orange stem which can be used as a contrast in the garden.
Dimensions
Height to 2.0m
Width 2.0-3.0m
Width 2.0-3.0m