Baeckea virgata ‘Compacta’ - Babingtonia virgata - Tube / QLD is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Baeckea virgata ‘Compacta’ is a neat, fine-leafed native shrub known for its soft texture, tidy rounded habit, and clouds of delicate white flowers. It’s a versatile, low-maintenance plant perfect for modern gardens, native landscapes, and small outdoor spaces.
✔ Naturally compact form - Grows into a dense, rounded shrub without heavy pruning.
✔ Beautiful white flowering - Produces masses of tiny white blooms that attract bees and beneficial insects.
✔ Fine, soft foliage - Adds texture and movement to gardens and pairs well with bold-leafed plants.
✔ Hardy and reliable - Tolerates heat, poor soils, and dry conditions once established.
✔ Excellent for shaping - Works well as a low hedge or clipped ornamental.
✅ Low hedge or border - Its tidy shape creates a refined, structured look.
✅ Native garden designs - Blends effortlessly with other Australian native shrubs and grasses.
✅ Feature shrub - Ideal as a small standalone plant due to its naturally rounded form.
✅ Pollinator gardens - Its abundant flowers attract bees and other helpful insects.
Spacing: Plant 50 to 70cm apart when creating a hedge or mass planting. Closer spacing delivers quicker coverage, so consider purchasing additional plants for a fuller, more immediate effect.
Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is autumn.
Mulching & Fertilising: This plant thrives naturally and does not require mulching or fertiliser to stay healthy.
How tall does Baeckea virgata ‘Compacta’ grow?
It typically reaches 1 to 1.5 metres with a naturally rounded, compact shape.
Does it require regular pruning?
Only light shaping is needed; an annual trim helps maintain density if desired.
Is it drought tolerant?
Yes, it becomes highly drought tolerant once established.
What light conditions does it prefer?
It grows best in full sun to part shade.
Can it be used in narrow spaces?
Yes, its compact habit makes it suitable for smaller areas, borders, and tight garden beds.
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