Adenanthos sericeus

Common Name: Woolly Bush

Description: Adenanthos sericeus, commonly known as Woolly Bush, is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to the south coast of Western Australia. It features soft, silvery-green, needle-like foliage that is silky to the touch, giving it a distinctive, woolly appearance. The plant produces small, red tubular flowers sporadically throughout the year, often nestled within the foliage. Woolly Bush thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, making it well-suited to Melbourne's climate. It is drought-tolerant once established and can withstand light frosts. Regular pruning can help maintain its shape and encourage denser growth, making it ideal for use as a screen, hedge, or specimen plant in gardens.

Form:

• Shrub - Large
• Tree - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: Approximately 3 to 5 meters
• Width: Approximately 2 to 3 meters

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers sporadically throughout the year

Flower Colour:

• Red

Key Attributes:

• Australian native
• Drought Tolerant
• Frost Tolerant
• Suitable for Hedging
• Suitable for Screening
• Soft, Silky Foliage

Toxicity: No known toxicity to humans or animals.

Companion Plants:

• Grevillea species
• Callistemon (Bottlebrush) species
• Leptospermum (Tea Tree) species
• Westringia (Coastal Rosemary) species