Polygala Little Polly

Common Name:
Dwarf Sweet Pea Shrub 'Little Polly'

Description:
Polygala 'Little Polly' is a compact, evergreen shrub that produces a profusion of vibrant purple, pea-like flowers with delicate fringed petals nearly all year round. This hardy and low-maintenance plant features dense, bright green foliage, forming a neat and rounded shape, making it an excellent choice for small hedges, garden borders, and pots. Thriving in Melbourne’s climate, 'Little Polly' prefers well-drained soil and a position in full sun to part shade. It is drought-tolerant once established and requires minimal care beyond occasional pruning to maintain its shape and encourage continuous flowering. Its nectar-rich blooms attract bees, butterflies, and birds, adding life to any garden.

Form:

• Shrub - Small
• Shrub - Medium
• Suitable for Hedging

Mature Size:

• Height: 50–80 cm
• Width: 50–80 cm

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Summer
• Flowers in Autumn
• Flowers in Winter (mild climates)

Flower Colour:

• Purple with Magenta and Yellow Accents

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Drought Tolerant
• Bee Attracting
• Bird Attracting
• Perennial
• Evergreen
• Long Flowering
• Suitable for Hedging

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Lavandula (Lavender)
• Westringia (Coastal Rosemary)
• Grevillea
• Salvia
• Lomandra