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Red Boronia

Boronia Heterophylla

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Overview

Red Boronia (Boronia heterophylla) is an evergreen Australian native standing at 3-6 feet tall. This ornamental shrub features striking, fragrant red-pink bell-shaped flowers in spring and soft, needle-like foliage. It requires well-draining, acidic soil and thrives in partial shade to full sun. Regular watering and protection from strong winds maximize health. Ideal for borders and scented gardens, it brings vibrant color and a delightful aroma to any landscape design.

Sun Deep Shade, ShadeWater MediumZones 9–10Climate Mediterranean
Red Boronia (Boronia Heterophylla) — Red Boronia (Boronia heterophylla) is an evergreen Australian native standing at 3-6 feet tall
Red Boronia (Boronia Heterophylla) — This ornamental shrub features strikingRed Boronia (Boronia Heterophylla) — It requires well-draining, acidic soil and thrives in partial shade to full sunRed Boronia (Boronia Heterophylla) — Regular watering and protection from strong winds maximize healthRed Boronia (Boronia Heterophylla) — Ideal for borders and scented gardens, it brings vibrant color and a delightful aroma to any landscape designRed Boronia (Boronia Heterophylla) — a striking addition to any ornamental gardenRed Boronia (Boronia Heterophylla) — evergreen shrub native to the coastal regions of Western Australia+3

Culture

Sun
Deep Shade, Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Mature width
3–4 Ft.

Classification

Family
Rutaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Red Boronia (Boronia Heterophylla) — Red Boronia (Boronia heterophylla) is an evergreen Australian native standing at 3-6 feet tall
Red Boronia (Boronia Heterophylla) — This ornamental shrub features striking
Red Boronia (Boronia Heterophylla) — It requires well-draining, acidic soil and thrives in partial shade to full sun
Red Boronia (Boronia Heterophylla) — Regular watering and protection from strong winds maximize health
Red Boronia (Boronia Heterophylla) — Ideal for borders and scented gardens, it brings vibrant color and a delightful aroma to any landscape design
Red Boronia (Boronia Heterophylla) — a striking addition to any ornamental garden
Red Boronia (Boronia Heterophylla) — evergreen shrub native to the coastal regions of Western Australia
Red Boronia (Boronia Heterophylla) — This elegant plant typically reaches heights of 3 to 5 feet
Red Boronia (Boronia Heterophylla) — with a spread of 2 to 3 feet
Red Boronia (Boronia Heterophylla) — Red Boronia blooms predominantly in the spring and summer months

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