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(Lissanthe strigosa)
Peach Heath (Lissanthe strigosa)
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Photo by: Kym Nicolson | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Occurence ID: https://www.gbif.org/occurrence/1935323400 | Publisher: Atlas of Living Australia |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Lissanthe strigosa, commonly known as Peach Heath, is an evergreen shrub native to the sclerophyll forests and heathlands of Eastern Australia. It typically grows to a height of 2 feet (0.6 meters) and a width of 1-2 feet (0.3-0.6 meters), with a compact, bushy habit. The plant is characterized by its small, narrow leaves and tubular flowers that are white to pale pink, appearing in the cooler months of winter and spring. The flowers are somewhat showy, attracting pollinators such as bees.
Peach Heath is valued for its low maintenance requirements and its ability to thrive in poor, acidic soils that are well-drained. It is often used in rockeries, as a ground cover, or in native plant gardens where its winter and spring blooms can be appreciated. In cultivation, it prefers full sun to partial shade and requires only moderate watering once established. While generally disease-free, it can be susceptible to root rot in poorly drained soils. Peach Heath is not known for aggressive roots or significant pest problems. It is not typically invasive when grown outside its native range, but as with all non-native plantings, gardeners should monitor and manage its growth responsibly.CC BY-SA 4.0
Peach Heath is valued for its low maintenance requirements and its ability to thrive in poor, acidic soils that are well-drained. It is often used in rockeries, as a ground cover, or in native plant gardens where its winter and spring blooms can be appreciated. In cultivation, it prefers full sun to partial shade and requires only moderate watering once established. While generally disease-free, it can be susceptible to root rot in poorly drained soils. Peach Heath is not known for aggressive roots or significant pest problems. It is not typically invasive when grown outside its native range, but as with all non-native plantings, gardeners should monitor and manage its growth responsibly.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Shrub
- Height: 1-3 feet
- Width: 1-3 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: White, Pink
- Flowering Season: Winter, Spring
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Slow, Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Low Maintenance, Potted Plant, Rock Garden
Natural Habitat
Sclerophyll forests and heathlands of Eastern Australia
Other Names
Common Names:
Scientific Names: , Lissanthe strigosa,
GBIF Accepted Name: Lissanthe strigosa (Sm.) R.Br.