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Summer planting
Contrary to popular opinion, summer planting is fine as long as adequate water is provided throughout any prolonged dry periods. This allows you to take advantage of increased summer growth.
Carmichaelia australis var. arenaria
Height: 2m;  Spread: 1m
Shrub
This narrow branched, leafless shrub is from Nelson. It grows fast and has tiny mauve pea like flowers. A nice textural plant. Flowers are good for native bees.
» Click here for our Carmichaelia article published in The Fringe, July 2015 ...
» For a landscaping perspective on Carmichaelia australis var. arenaria, see this article by O2 Landscapes...
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