coral ozothamnus
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O. coralloides is a compact evergreen shrub to 60cm in height, the branches clad in small, dark green scale-like leaves separated by woolly white hairs, and with insignificant, solitary terminal yellowish flowerheads in summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- coral ozothamnus (Ozothamnus coralloides)
- Genus
- Ozothamnus
- Family
- Asteraceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of coral ozothamnus
Distribution map
New Zealand
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of coral ozothamnus
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coral ozothamnus care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningUsually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed sown as soon as ripe in an open frame. Take semi-ripe cuttings in summer
Growing
GrowingGrows well in most moderately fertile, sharply drained soils. Protect from excessive winter wet. Can be grown in an alpine house in a mix of equal parts loam, leaf mould and grit
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease free
Pests
Generally pest-free
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