Boronia Plant
Boronia – Fragrant Australian Native Shrubs
Sweet perfume, delicate bell-shaped flowers, and fine aromatic foliage — Boronia brings colour and scent to shaded courtyards, rockeries and native garden beds across Australia.
Why You’ll Love Boronia
- Heavenly fragrance: Among the most perfumed of all Australian native plants.
- Brilliant blooms: Masses of pink, purple or white flowers in spring.
- Compact habit: Ideal for borders, pots and small spaces (typically 0.5–1 m tall).
- Native-friendly: Supports local pollinators and integrates beautifully with native designs.
- Great cut flowers: Long-lasting perfume indoors in vases.
How to Grow Boronia (Australia)
| Sunlight | Part shade to dappled light; avoid hot afternoon sun in warm zones. |
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| Soil | Moist, free-draining sandy/loam, slightly acidic; enrich with organic matter. |
| Watering | Keep evenly moist (do not allow to fully dry); avoid waterlogging. |
| Fertiliser | Use a low-phosphorus native fertiliser in spring and early summer. |
| Pruning | Light trim after flowering to maintain a bushy shape. |
| Climate | Best in temperate/coastal climates; provide protection from hot, dry winds. |
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Boronia spp. |
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| Common Names | Boronia |
| Size | Approx. 0.5 – 1.5 m H × 0.5 – 1 m W |
| Flowering | Spring to early summer |
| Position | Part shade, sheltered from hot winds |
| Uses | Courtyards, pots, borders, native gardens, cut flowers |
Boronia FAQs
Where do Boronia plants grow best?
In part shade with morning sun and afternoon protection; moist, well-drained soil is essential.
Are Boronia suitable for pots?
Yes — use a premium native potting mix, keep evenly moist and position in bright shade.
How do I keep Boronia healthy?
Never let them dry out completely, avoid boggy soil, and lightly prune after flowering for a dense habit.
Light requirement: Part sun/part shade
Water requirement: Medium
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Skill level: Intermediate
Growth rate: Fast
Suitable for containers: Yes
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Drought tolerance: Medium
Frost tolerance: Low
Wind tolerance: Low
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Colour: Green
Variegation: No
Size: Small/medium
Seasonality: Evergreen
Flowering: Yes; profuse/bright display
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