Bowkeria verticillata
NATAL SHELL FLOWER BUSH
Stilbaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 8-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to warm low sun

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
4m
Plant habit
 
4m

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Bowkeria verticillata
NATAL SHELL FLOWER BUSH
Stilbaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen shrub

Hardiness zones: 8-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to warm low sun

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
4m
Plant habit
 
4m

FEATURES

Flowers: moderately fragrant flowers in white

Flowering Time: late spring to late summer

Leaves: dark green


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits mediterranean & cottage designs

Uses: informal screen

Growth rate: slow

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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