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Shark Bay Boronia

Boronia Crenata 'Shark Bay'

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Overview

The Shark Bay Boronia (Boronia crenata 'Shark Bay') is a fragrant Australian native shrub reaching up to 3 feet in height and 2-3 feet in width. It boasts vibrant pink flowers in spring and aromatic, fine-textured foliage. Thriving in USDA zone 9, this evergreen prefers well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Ideal for small gardens or as a container plant, it requires moderate water and minimal maintenance.

Sun Deep Shade, ShadeWater MediumZones 9–10Type ShrubClimate Mediterranean
Shark Bay Boronia (Boronia Crenata 'Shark Bay') — It boasts vibrant pink flowers in spring and aromatic, fine-textured foliage
Shark Bay Boronia (Boronia Crenata 'Shark Bay') — Thriving in USDA zone 9, this evergreen prefers well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade

Culture

Sun
Deep Shade, Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Mature height
3–4 Ft.
Mature width
3–4 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Rutaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Shark Bay Boronia (Boronia Crenata 'Shark Bay') — It boasts vibrant pink flowers in spring and aromatic, fine-textured foliage
Shark Bay Boronia (Boronia Crenata 'Shark Bay') — Thriving in USDA zone 9, this evergreen prefers well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade

Photograph: cultivar413 from Fallbrook, California, CC BY 2.0 · source

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