Genus Species: Lomatia myricoides
Common / Product Name: Long - Leaf Lomatia

Habit: MEDIUM SHRUB (MS) and SMALL TREES (ST)

Available Sizes
Tube

Height x Width: 2 - 5m x 2.00 - 5.00m

Pruning: Light

Frost Tolerance: Medium

Coastal Tolerance: Medium

Clay & Heavy Soil Tolerance: Medium / Well Drained

Drought Tolerance: Medium

Origin: Australian Plant

Evergreen: Yes

Flowering: starts: Spring

Flower Colour: White to Cream sometimes Pink forms

Irrigation: No watering required once established if planted in suitable conditions. Will require water over long dry periods.

Lower Temperatures: Once established has good tolerance to cold, needs protection from frost for young plants. Temperatures as low as -5°C for short periods.

Upper Temperatures: Tolerates periods of dry spells with temperatures extending from Mid 30's°C to Low 40's°C for short spells.

Fertilising: Use a slow release fertilizer annually.

Environment: Plants selected suitable for Melbourne surrounds and southern states of Australia.