Gomphocarpus fruticosus Gomfru Narrow Leaved Cotton Bush 140mm
Gomphocarpus fruticosus Gomfru Narrow Leaved Cotton Bush 140mm
Product Description
Botanical Name: Common Names:
Gomphocarpus fruticosus Narrow Leaved Cotton Bush,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Shrubs Shrub Like
Description:
Evergreen narrow-leaved shrub with white flowers during Summer. Tough and quick growing. Grows approx. 1-2m tall x 1m wide. Florists often use the unique autumn fruits which are inflated, pale green to light brown in colour, soft bristle covered and have been likened to looking like a swan.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
1-2m 60cm-1m
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun, Semi Shade Loam, Sandy, Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Borders / Shrubbery, Coastal Garden, Courtyard, Cut Flower, Foliage Feature / Colour, Habitat, Container / Pot
Pests & Diseases:Caterpillars
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
None
Family Name: Origin:
Asclepiadaceae Africa
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: White
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Summer
Fruit: Yes
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Medium
Water Usage: Medium / Moderate
Drought: Medium / Moderate
Frost: Tender
Wind: Medium / Moderate
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