Kunzea parvifolia – Violet Kunzea

Kunzea parvifolia - Violet Kunzea
Kunzea parvifolia - Violet Kunzea
Kunzea parvifolia - Violet Kunzea

A useful and variable small shrub for cool to warm temperate areas, with profuse bright pink-mauve nectar rich flowers in spring to summer. There are prostrate forms available, but they are mostly upright and wide plants with tiny leaves. A light prune after flowering will help encourage a more dense habit. Hardy and easy care for different situations, likes a sunny spot. Drought and frost tolerant.

Family : Myrtaceae

Cultivar Name:

Plant Type : Small shrub

Width : 3

Flowering Time : Spring, Summer

Soil Type : Sandy, Clay, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix

Climate Zone : Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Spreading

Soil Moisture : Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage

Special Uses : Fragrant oils, Erosion control, Honey producing plant, Playground friendly

Scientific Name: Kunzea parvifolia

Common Name : Kunzea

Height : 1.5

Flower Color : Pink, Gold, Mauve

pH Level : Acid, Neutral

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Coastal garden, Drought resistant

Light : Sunny

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Butterflies, Other insects