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Dillwynia retorta

Parrot Pea

Fabaceae

Description:

Hardy upright to low-growing shrub with fine, needle-like foliage. Masses of striking red and yellow pea-shaped flowers appear in spring, creating a vibrant display. Excellent as a feature shrub, groundcover, or in mixed native plantings.

Special Features:

  • Compact and low-maintenance

  • Drought tolerant once established

  • Attracts birds, bees, and butterflies

  • Ideal small garden or coastal shrub

Natural Habitat:

Coastal Heath, Dry Eucalypt Forest, Dry Heath, Wet Heath, Wet Eucalypt Forest

Tree/Shrub Height:

Shrub to 2m

Aspect:

Full Sun

Soil/Conditions:

Sandy, Well-drained

Flower Colour:

Yellow, Red

Dillwynia retorta - Parrot Pea

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