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currajong

Asterotrichion discolor

Low MaintenanceFragrant

Genus: Asterotrichion
Family: Malvaceae

About this plant

A large, upright shrub or small tree with silvery-grey ,felted hairs covering the backs of the narrowly oval, evergreen leaves, the young shoots and buds. Clusters of small, white, scented flowers are produced in late autumn

Growing Information

Height

2.5-4 Metres

Spread

1.5-2.5 Metres

Hardiness

H4

Foliage

Evergreen

Growing Conditions

Sunlight

Full Sun

Soil

LoamSandy

pH

AcidAlkalineNeutral

Not Currently Available

This plant is not currently stocked at any garden centres on our platform.

Moisture

Poorly Drained

Aspect

West FacingEast Facing

Exposure

ShelteredExposed

Care Guide

Cultivation

Grow in a warm position in sun or light shade in moist but well-drained soil. Has good wind tolerance

Pruning

Pruning group 1

Propagation

Propagate by seed or cuttings

Pests

Generally pest free

Diseases

Generally disease free

Garden Uses

Uses

Flower BordersGround Cover

Season of Interest

SpringSummerAutumnWinter

Size & Characteristics

Height

2.5-4 Metres

Spread

1.5-2.5 Metres

Habit

Bushy

Time to Full Height

Twenty To Fifty Years