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Is Albany Woolly Bush fast-growing?

Is Albany Woolly Bush fast-growing?

Is the Albany Woolly Bush Fast-Growing? This is a fast-growing plant that quickly becomes established if it has well-draining soil and plenty of sunshine.

How tall does Albany Woolly Bush Grow?

The Albany Woolly Bush ( Adenanthos sericeus ) is an attractive Australian native shrub with soft green silvery foliage and red flowers in spring. The species will reach around 3m in height if not pruned, taller in some conditions, however Adenanthos do take to being pruned.

How far apart do you plant Woolly Bush?

Plant in full sun, 2m apart with the plant crown at soil level.

Can you cut back a Woolly Bush?

Woolly Bush Plant Care Apply slow release native fertiliser annually in Spring. Tip pruning to keep the plant in shape. Prune only lightly as it will not recover well if cut back hard.

Does Woolly Bush need full sun?

The Woolly Bush prefers a full sun position in the garden that has well drained soils. They are drought tolerant once established.

How do you plant Albany wooly bushes?

If growing Woolly Bush in a tub or container it is best to use high quality, low phosphate, native potting mix. Although drought tolerant you’ll need to water this shrub more regularly in a pot than if it was planted in the garden. Watering every couple of weeks should be fine. Water more during extended dry periods.

How big do woolly bushes get?

0.5m to 4m high
This evergreen, compact shrub grows from 0.5m to 4m high and spreads up to 1.5m wide. Woolly Bush has long silver-grey coloured leaves, which are soft to touch. It also produces attractive small groups of tiny red-pink flowers. Adenanthos sericeus are well suited to Australian cool and dry temperate climate zones.

How do you care for Albany wooly bushes?

Woolly Bush Plant Care Water well until established then water very littler. Regular rain fall will be suffice during the year but you will need to water it during long dry periods. Mulch to retain moisture. Apply slow release native fertiliser annually in Spring.

What is an Albany woolly bush?

The Albany Woolly Bush is a perennial small tree or shrub that grows to approximately 1.5-3m in height with a 1-3m spread, making it a great addition to smaller gardens as well as large ones.

What does a woolly bush look like?

Known commonly as ‘Woolly Bush’, this Australian shrub-like tree is covered in fine, ferny silver grey/green foliage giving it a ‘soft’ appearance and soft to the touch. A great tree with brilliant red small flowers in amongst the foliage. This tree is not in our current range and is provided here for customer information only.

Do woolly bushes get mealybugs?

Mealybugs – On rare occasions, woolly bushes can get minor infestations of mealybugs, which look like soft, cottony masses on the leaves and stems of the plant. These are sap-sucking pests that can damage the plant, but the main risk is that the pests will spread to more vulnerable plants in the garden.