{"product_id":"lipstick-boronia-boronia-hybrid-lipstick","title":"Lipstick Boronia - Boronia hybrid 'Lipstick'","description":"\u003cp\u003eLipstick Boronia (\u003cem\u003eBoronia\u003c\/em\u003e hybrid 'Lipstick') is a tall, slender native shrub that glows deep pink through the cold months. It reaches about 2.5m tall but only 0.5m wide, and from winter into spring it carries lightly scented, rounded, magenta pink bells over small aromatic leaves. It was bred from \u003cem\u003eBoronia heterophylla\u003c\/em\u003e crossed with \u003cem\u003eBoronia crassipes\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour in the cold season.\u003c\/strong\u003e The deep pink magenta bells open in winter and spring, when most gardens are at their quietest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight fragrance.\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers and the aromatic leaves release a gentle scent, particularly in the warmth of a sheltered corner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlim by design.\u003c\/strong\u003e At only 0.5m wide it fits narrow beds, courtyards and large pots where a bulkier shrub would not.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCut flowers for the house.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut the flowering stems to enjoy indoors. It is also the simplest way to prune.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA native that suits cottage gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e It sits comfortably among soft planting and attracts native wildlife.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheltered borders.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 60cm apart for a slim, flowering row against a fence or wall, out of drying wind and hot afternoon sun. The upright habit keeps it tidy without staking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e A big container with free draining, slightly acid mix gives you control over the soil and lets you place it at eye level. It suits a courtyard or entry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative and cottage gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine it with grevilleas, correas and other native shrubs, or with softer perennials, in dappled light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Lipstick Boronia in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose a sheltered spot in dappled shade. It tolerates a light frost. Boronias like a cool root run and dislike hot, exposed sites, so in warm, dry districts shelter it from afternoon sun and wind, and expect it to need more care than a typical native.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining, slightly acid soil with plenty of organic matter gives the best results. Mulch tubestock with gravel after planting to keep roots cool and moist as the young plant establishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly. Do not let the plant dry out or become waterlogged, because both extremes are hard on boronias. After pruning, apply a slow release native fertiliser and fresh mulch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune once flowering has finished to shape the plant and encourage new growth. Cut flowering stems for the vase and the job is done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Lipstick Boronia as tube stock only: a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. It arrives as a small, slim shrub, not at flowering size. Plant it promptly in the right spot, gravel mulch around the base, and keep the soil moist but never soggy through its first summer. Flowers build as the plant gains height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/rare-australian-native-plants-guide\"\u003eGrowing uncommon Australian natives\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fragrant-plants\"\u003eMore fragrant plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/australian-native-shrubs\"\u003eAustralian native shrubs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-partial-shade\"\u003ePlants for partial shade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow wide does it spread?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot far. It reaches about 2.5m tall and only 0.5m wide, so it suits narrow positions. Allow a little more room if you want air to move around each plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do boronias have a reputation for being fussy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey dislike both drying out and waterlogging, and they want cool roots. Mulch, shelter, free draining soil and regular watering take care of most problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I cut it back hard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrune lightly after flowering, and cut the flowering stems for indoors. As with many natives, avoid cutting into bare old wood, which may not reshoot.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":67787182211391,"sku":"BOR-HYB-LIPSTI-tube","price":19.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/lipstick-boronia-boronia-hybrid-lipstick.jpg?v=1792150475","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/lipstick-boronia-boronia-hybrid-lipstick","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}