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Ozothamnus ledifolius

kerosene weed

A small, bushy evergreen shrub with tiny, narrow, aromatic leaves bright yellow beneath. Clusters of small, honey-scented flower heads open white from reddish buds

Other common names
kerosene bush
Synonyms
Helichrysum ledifolium

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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
5–10 years
Ultimate spread
0.5–1 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green Yellow
Summer Red White Green Yellow
Autumn Green Yellow
Winter Green Yellow
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

South–facing or West–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Drought resistance
Yes
Hardiness
H4
Botanical details
Family
Asteraceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Bushy
Genus

Ozothamnus can be evergreen shrubs or perennials, with small, slightly aromatic, linear leaves and tiny white flower-heads which may be solitary or in showy terminal corymbs

Name status

Correct

Plant range
Tasmania

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in well-drained soil in a sheltered position in full sun

Propagation

Propagate by seed and semi-hardwood cuttings

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Coastal
  • Gravel garden
Pruning

Pruning group 8

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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