Marshmallows White Banjine

Marshmallows White Banjine (Pimelea ciliata 'Marshmallows') is a dwarf West Australian native that covers itself in domed clusters of pale pink and white flowers from early spring to early summer. It forms a rounded evergreen shrub 60cm to 1m high and 70cm to 1m wide, small enough for a border or a large pot. Given sharp drainage and sun, it is a forgiving first native shrub.

Why you'll love it

• Lacy, changing flowers. Four-petalled clusters open pink and fade to white, so the plant carries a soft two-tone display right through spring.
• Compact and tidy. Small leaves arranged neatly around the stems make a dense, rounded mound that rarely needs shaping.
• Made for pollinators. The slender tubular flowers suit the long mouthparts of butterflies, and local pollinators will find them.
• Low maintenance. Once established it is drought tolerant and wants only an occasional clip.
• Good in pots. The modest size and tidy habit suit a large container on a sunny patio.

Where it works best

Mixed borders and native gardens. Plant 80cm apart so neighbours just touch as they mature. It pairs well with grevilleas, correas and other natives that share its free draining soil and sun.

Containers. Use a pot at least 30cm wide filled with a free draining native potting mix, and keep it in full sun.

Cottage and wildlife gardens. The pastel flowers soften a cottage planting, and butterflies work the flower clusters through spring.

Growing Marshmallows White Banjine in Australia

Position and climate. Full sun, with shelter if frost is likely. It prefers a frost free climate and may come through a light frost in a sheltered spot, so it suits subtropical, warm temperate and Mediterranean gardens. In colder areas grow it in a pot and move it under cover for winter.

Soil. Well drained soil is the key. The wild parent grows in free draining soils around Margaret River in Western Australia. On heavy clay, or in humid gardens, plant on a raised mound so water drains away from the crown.

Water and feed. Mulch and water regularly until established, usually around 12 weeks. After that it is drought tolerant. While it is in bloom, feed with a slow release or liquid fertiliser made for native flowers to keep it going.

Pruning. Clip off spent flowers to encourage more bloom, and take only a light trim. That is all the shaping it needs.

What to expect when it arrives

We sell Marshmallows White Banjine as tube stock: a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly once it is potted on or planted into a prepared, free draining bed. Plants travel upright and settle best if planted out soon after arrival, then mulched and watered in well.

Tube stock comes from our grower and is not always available. When the grower has none, the tube shows as sold out, and the notify button on this page emails you the day it is back.

Plants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.

Plant care guides and related reading

• More Australian native plants
• Bee and butterfly friendly plants
• Drought tolerant plants for low water gardens
• Designing a native garden to attract wildlife

Common questions

How far apart should I plant it?

Plant 80cm apart in a border. In a pot one plant is plenty, since it stays under 1m in each direction.

Can it handle frost?

Only a light frost, and only in a sheltered position. In frosty gardens grow it in a container you can move under cover for winter.

Is it safe for pets?

We do not list it as pet friendly. Plants in the pimelea family can upset the stomach if eaten, so keep chewing pets and small children away from it.