Botanical Name
Tetratheca ericifolia
Common Name
Black-eyed Susan
Description
An attractive small shrub that is covered with pink four petaled flowers from late winter through Spring. Great for a colourful wildflower meadow or in containers. It grows best in well-drained moist soil with protection from the hot afternoon sun. Tolerates coastal conditions and mild frosts. Native bees are the recognised pollinators and use ‘Buzz’ pollination.
Plant Category
Small Shrubs
Size (H x W)
0.4mH X 0.6mW
Kuranga respectfully acknowledges the traditional owners, the Wurundjeri people, as the custodians of this land. We pay respect to all Aboriginal community Elders, past and present, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the history of the region.
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