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Jacksonia scoparia

Dogwood

Fabaceae

Description:

A slender native shrub growing to around 3 m tall and 1 m wide. In winter and spring, it produces masses of bright yellow pea-shaped flowers, each about 8 mm across, clustered along the stems. It thrives in poor or sandy soils and is well-suited to growing beneath larger trees.

Special Features:

  • Attracts birds and bees

  • Brilliant clusters of vibrant yellow flowers

  • Hardy in poor soils

  • Grows well under large trees

Natural Habitat:

Dry Eucalypt Forest

Tree/Shrub Height:

Open, leafless, twiggy shrub to 3m

Aspect:

Full Sun, Partial Sun/Shade

Soil/Conditions:

Adaptable

Flower Colour:

Yellow, Red

Jacksonia scoparia - Dogwood

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