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Leonotis Ocymifolia 17cm Pot
Original price was: R125.00.R84.99Current price is: R84.99.Add to cartLeonotis Ocymifolia 17cm Pot
Common Name: Rock Lion’s Paw, Minaret FlowerFull Sun
Afternoon Sun
Low Watering
Evergreen
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Aulux Bronze Haze 15cm Pot
Original price was: R195.00.R139.99Current price is: R139.99.Add to cartAulux Bronze Haze 15cm Pot
Full Sun
Semi Shade
Drought Resistant
Wind Resistant
Low Watering
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Boronia Magenta Stars 15cm Pot
Original price was: R195.00.R139.99Current price is: R139.99.Add to cartBoronia Magenta Stars 15cm Pot
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Eriocephalus ‘Pink Blush’ 17cm Pot
All Plants, Full Sun Plants, Herbs, Indigenous Plants, Other Fynbos, Semi Shade Plants, Small Plants, Water Wise Plants, What's NewOriginal price was: R135.00.R99.99Current price is: R99.99.Add to cartEriocephalus ‘Pink Blush’ 17cm Pot
Common Name: Wild Rosemary Pink, Kapokbos PinkEriocephalus ‘Pink Blush’ is a cultivated variety of Eriocephalus africanus, commonly known as wild rosemary or kapokbos. This evergreen shrub is indigenous to South Africa and is cherished for its aromatic, silvery-grey foliage and distinctive fluffy white seed heads. The ‘Pink Blush’ cultivar is particularly notable for its clusters of small pink flowers, offering a unique twist to the typically white-flowering species.
Key Features
Size: Grows to approximately 1 meter in height and spread.
Foliage: Narrow, grey-green, slightly succulent leaves with a pleasant fragrance.
Flowers: Produces clusters of small pink flowers, followed by fluffy white seed heads.
Growth Habit: Bushy and compact, suitable for hedging or as a standalone ornamental plant.
Hardiness: Half-hardy; tolerates light frost and drought conditions.
Sunlight: Thrives in full sun.
Soil: Prefers well-drained sandy, clay, or loam soils.
Culinary: Leaves can be used to flavour meats, soups, and stews.
Medicinal: Traditionally used for its antibacterial and relaxant properties; may aid in treating coughs and colds.
Aromatic: Leaves are often dried for use in potpourris and sachets. -
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Helichrysum Italicum 17cm Pot
Original price was: R125.00.R84.99Current price is: R84.99.Add to cartHelichrysum Italicum 17cm Pot
Common Name: Curry plant, Immortelle, Italian StrawflowerHelichrysum italicum, commonly known as curry plant, is a highly aromatic Mediterranean shrub prized for its silvery-grey foliage and strong curry-like scent. Despite the name, it’s not used in curry powder, but it does have culinary, ornamental, and essential oil applications.
Height/Spread: 30–60 cm tall × 60–90 cm wide
Climate: Suited to Mediterranean climates like those in the Western Cape – hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters
Rainfall Needs: Prefers low to moderate rainfall (300–700 mm annually); excellent for water-wise and fynbos-style gardens
Temperature Tolerance: Hardy to about -5°C (light frost); protect young plants in colder inland areas
Soil Preference: Grows best in sandy or gravelly soil with good drainage – ideal for coastal or Karoo regions
Sunlight: Needs full sun (at least 6 hours daily) to thrive and produce strong fragrance
Spacing: Plant about 40–50 cm apart to allow air flow and spreading
Watering: Once established, water once every 1–2 weeks depending on rainfall
Feeding: Minimal; a light compost mulch once a year is usually sufficient
Pruning: Cut back after flowering (late summer/early autumn) to keep compact -
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Helichrysum Petiolare 17cm Pot
Original price was: R125.00.R84.99Current price is: R84.99.Add to cartHelichrysum Petiolare 17cm Pot
Common Name: Silver Bush Everlasting, Herbal Helichrysum, Bedding HelichrysumFull Sun
Semi Shade
Evergreen
Wind Tolerant
Low Watering
IndigenousAromatic shrub growing up to 1m tall with grey, woolly leaves and cream coloured flowers. Used in African traditional medicine.
Helichrysum petiolare, commonly known as liquorice plant or silver bush everlasting, is a popular ornamental plant known for its soft, silvery foliage and trailing habit. It is native to South Africa, where it grows in rocky slopes and shrubland areas, and is widely used in gardens and containers for its attractive texture and drought tolerance.
Key Features
Height/Spread: 1–2 feet tall; spreads up to 3–4 feet
Leaves: Silvery-grey, soft, slightly fuzzy, and oval-shaped; aromatic (smells faintly of liquorice)
Flowers: Small, inconspicuous cream to yellow button-like blooms (not often used for ornamental value)
Light: Full sun to partial shade (better foliage colour in full sun)
Soil: Well-drained; tolerates poor or sandy soils
Water: Low to moderate (drought-tolerant once established)
Maintenance: Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushiness; pinching tips can help compact growth -
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Helichrysum Teretifolium 17cm Pot
Original price was: R125.00.R84.99Current price is: R84.99.Add to cartHelichrysum Teretifolium 17cm Pot
Common Name: Heath-Leaf Straw FlowerHelichrysum teretifolium is a lesser-known species in the Helichrysum genus, which includes the more familiar “everlastings” or “immortelles,” often used in dried flower arrangements. This specific species, teretifolium, is native to South Africa, particularly in fynbos ecosystems, and is adapted to dry, nutrient-poor soils.
Key Features
Growth Form: Small, perennial shrub or subshrub
Foliage: Slender, cylindrical (terete) leaves — hence the name teretifolium (“terete-leaved”)
Flowers: Typical Helichrysum flowerheads, often yellow or white, papery bracts; long-lasting
Habitat: Found in sandy soils, often in mountainous or coastal fynbos regions
Light: Full sun
Water: Very drought-tolerant; needs excellent drainageGrowing Conditions
Soil: Sandy, acidic, very well-drained
Climate: Mediterranean-type climates (cool wet winters, hot dry summers)
Propagation: Usually by seed or cuttings
Garden Use: Best for rock gardens, wildflower areas, or restoration projects where native flora is prioritized