Plumbago White

Common Name:
White Plumbago

Description:
Plumbago auriculata ‘Alba’, also known as White Plumbago, is a vigorous and fast-growing evergreen shrub admired for its masses of crisp white, phlox-like flowers set against lush, light green foliage. This versatile plant produces abundant clusters of blooms from late spring through to autumn, creating a soft, cascading effect that is ideal for informal hedging, screening, or spilling over walls and retaining edges. Well-suited to Melbourne’s climate, it thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soil, showing good tolerance to dry conditions once established. Its sprawling, slightly climbing habit allows it to be trained along fences or structures, while regular pruning encourages a denser, more compact form. With its long flowering season and relaxed growth, White Plumbago is a reliable choice for adding brightness and movement to garden spaces.

Form:
*Shrub - Large
*Climber

Mature Size:
Height: 2–3 m
Width: 2–3 m

Aspect:
*Full Sun
*Part Shade

Flowering:
*Flowers in Spring
*Flowers in Summer
*Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:
Pure white

Key Attributes:
*Bee Attracting
*Bird Attracting
*Drought Tolerant
*Fast Growing
*Perennial
*Suitable for Hedging
*Suitable for Screening

Toxicity:
Sap may cause mild skin irritation in sensitive individuals. Harmful if ingested in large quantities by pets or humans.

Companion Plants:
Lavender
Westringia
Gardenia
Murraya
Salvia
Hibiscus