Westringia
Westringia
A dense, gray-green shrub with small white or lavender flowers and fine, rosemary-like leaves. Hardy, wind-tolerant, and ideal for coastal plantings.
We typically grow Westringia in plant and topiary forms in 4″, 5″, and 7″ clay pots
Common Name:
Coastal Rosemary / Australian Rosemary
Mature Size:
Indoors: 3–6 feet tall × 3–5 feet wide
Growth Rate:
Moderate grower
Optimum Temperature:
60-80 degrees Fahrenheit
Characteristics:
An evergreen, woody shrub with fine, gray-green foliage and small white to pale lavender flowers that appear nearly year-round
Light:
Indoor: Prefers full light but tolerates light shade
Water:
Indoor: Prefers well-draining soil and is drought-tolerant once established; water more regularly when young
Outdoor: Keep soil evening moist
Fertalizer:
Requires little to no fertilizer; a light feeding in spring with a balanced or low-phosphorus fertilizer supports steady growth
Common Pests/Issues:
Pests: Generally pest resistant
Diseases: Generally disease resistant but may get root rot
Additional Notes:
In northern climates, bring plants indoors to overwinter. Prune the plant after blooming. If you wish for it to grow into a small tree/topiary, simply remove the spent blooms and clean out any dead or diseased wood. For a hedge, sheer the plant to the size desired. Bonsai and topiary forms take more training, which should be started in infancy
