Barleria obtusa
Bush violet
A fodder shrub browsed by many bucks and stock animals.
Description
Barleria obtusa is easy to grow and is full of petite violet-coloured flowers. It flourishes when watered regularly even though it is drought-resistant. It should be planted in full sun or semi-shaded areas.
Bush violets look the most beautiful when planted in between grasses and other perennials. This decorative shrub is commonly planted on mixed borders and banks. Suitable for small rocky gardens.
- Tolerates temperatures as low as -3°c
- Estimated height: 1m
- Estimated width: 1.5m
- Drought resistant
Additional Information
Information | Details |
|---|---|
Botanical Name | Barleria obtusa |
Common Name | Bush violet |
Also Known As | Barleria |
SA Tree No | |
Tree Type | Evergreen |
Attracts | Butterflies |
Features | Fodder Tree, Rocky Area |
Flowering Season | Autumn |
Focal | No |
Fragrant | No |
Frost Tolerance | Hardy |
Fruiting Season | |
Growth Rate | Fast >500mm |
Minimal Leaf Shedding | No |
Origin | Indigenous |
Soil pH | |
Root System | Not Aggressive |
Soil Type | Sandy, Loam, Well Drained |
Suitable Garden Size | Small, Medium, Large |
Suitable Planting Area | Full Sun, Semi-Shade |
Shrubs
Size | Height | Trunk Thickness |
|---|---|---|
2L
| N/A
| N/A
|
4L
| N/A
| N/A
|
10L
| N/A
| N/A
|
20L
| 1.0m – 1.2m
| 5mm – 15mm
|
40L
| 1.3m – 1.8m
| 12mm – 20mm
|
50L
| 1.3m – 1.9m
| 15mm – 25mm
|
100L
| 1.8m – 2.5m
| 20mm – 30mm
|
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