Astartea Winter Pink NATIVE

Full sun to part shade

Height: Approximately 1–1.5 m

Width: Approximately 1–1.5 m

Flowers: Masses of delicate pink, five-petalled blooms

Flowering: Winter to spring

Fine, aromatic, evergreen foliage

Attracts bees and other pollinating insects

Tolerates light frost

Ideal for native gardens, borders, low hedges and decorative pots

A charming Australian native shrub featuring masses of delicate, soft pink, star-shaped flowers that create a beautiful display throughout the cooler months. The pretty blooms are scattered amongst fine, slender, aromatic green foliage, giving the plant a graceful, soft-textured appearance. Its winter flowering makes it particularly valuable for adding colour to the garden when many other plants are resting.

With its naturally bushy, gently spreading growth habit, Winter Pink is a delightful addition to native gardens, cottage-style landscapes, mixed borders and informal low hedges. Its fine foliage provides an attractive contrast to larger-leaved shrubs, while the abundance of dainty pink flowers attracts bees and other beneficial pollinating insects. Also suitable for growing in decorative containers.

Prefers full sun to part shade and well-drained soil, with regular moisture during establishment. Astarteas generally appreciate some protection from harsh afternoon sun in Brisbane, particularly during prolonged hot weather. Mulch to keep the roots cool and lightly prune after flowering to encourage dense, compact growth. Avoid prolonged waterlogging and use a fertiliser suitable for Australian native plants.

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