Coastal Woollybush

Adenanthos Sericeus

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Overview

Adenanthos sericeus, commonly known as Coastal Woollybush, is an Australian native that offers soft, silver-gray foliage. This evergreen shrub typically reaches up to 10 feet high and 6 feet wide. Its needle-like leaves and unique red flowers, which bloom from spring to summer, attract nectar-feeding birds. Ideal in well-drained soils; it thrives in full sun to partial shade. Drought tolerant once established, it requires minimal maintenance. USDA Zones 9-11.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 9–10

Coastal Woollybush (Adenanthos Sericeus) — commonly known as Coastal Woollybush

Coastal Woollybush (Adenanthos Sericeus) — commonly known as Coastal Woollybush

Coastal Woollybush (Adenanthos Sericeus) — This evergreen shrub typically reaches up to 10 feet high and 6 feet wide

Coastal Woollybush (Adenanthos Sericeus) — Its needle-like leaves and unique red flowers, which bloom from spring to summer, attract nectar-feeding birds

Coastal Woollybush (Adenanthos Sericeus) — Ideal in well-drained soils; it thrives in full sun to partial shade

Coastal Woollybush (Adenanthos Sericeus) — adding a touch of silvery-green elegance to any garden

Coastal Woollybush (Adenanthos Sericeus) — This Western Australian native is noted for its strikingly soft and silken foliage

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 9–10

Shape & size

Mature height: 6–10 Ft.
Mature width: 4–6 Ft.

Classification

Family: Proteaceae

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Coastal Woollybush (Adenanthos Sericeus) — Drought tolerant once established, it requires minimal maintenance

Coastal Woollybush (Adenanthos Sericeus) — commonly known as Coastal Woollybush

Coastal Woollybush (Adenanthos Sericeus) — This evergreen shrub typically reaches up to 10 feet high and 6 feet wide

Coastal Woollybush (Adenanthos Sericeus) — Its needle-like leaves and unique red flowers, which bloom from spring to summer, attract nectar-feeding birds

Coastal Woollybush (Adenanthos Sericeus) — Ideal in well-drained soils; it thrives in full sun to partial shade

Coastal Woollybush (Adenanthos Sericeus) — adding a touch of silvery-green elegance to any garden

Coastal Woollybush (Adenanthos Sericeus) — This Western Australian native is noted for its strikingly soft and silken foliage

Coastal Woollybush (Adenanthos Sericeus) — with a feathery texture that truly stands out in xeriscape designs or coastal settings

Coastal Woollybush (Adenanthos Sericeus) — The plant typically reaches a height of 5 to 10 feet with a similar spread

Coastal Woollybush (Adenanthos Sericeus) — demonstrating a moderate growth rate.<br><br>Adapted to sandy soils and tolerant of salt spray

Coastal Woollybush (Adenanthos Sericeus) — the Woollybush is ideal for coastal landscapes but equally thrives in a well-drained

Coastal Woollybush (Adenanthos Sericeus) — sunny spot further inland

Coastal Woollybush (Adenanthos Sericeus) — Hardy in USDA zones 9 to 10, it can withstand brief frosts, but sustained cold may require protective measures

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