{"product_id":"pirate-s-gold-ixora-ixora-pirate-s-gold","title":"Pirate's Gold Ixora - Ixora 'Pirate's Gold'","description":"\u003cp\u003ePirate's Gold Ixora (\u003cem\u003eIxora\u003c\/em\u003e 'Pirate's Gold') is a glossy evergreen shrub about 1m tall and wide, with clusters of bright, warm gold flowers like shiny doubloons held above the foliage. It makes a low hedge, a feature plant or a container specimen, and once established it tolerates light frost and drought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoubloon-gold flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, deep golden clusters brighten a garden bed and stand out against the dark green leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlossy evergreen leaves.\u003c\/strong\u003e The foliage is polished and dense, so the plant looks smart even without flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTougher than it looks.\u003c\/strong\u003e Established plants take light frost and dry spells in their stride.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to place.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 1m by 1m it works as a hedge, a border plant or a pot specimen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow hedges.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 60cm apart in a row and clip after flowering for a dense golden hedge about 1m high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e A group of three set 80cm apart makes a bright focal point at the end of a path or beside an entry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBorders and containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e In a mixed border it pairs well with dark foliage. In a pot at least 40cm wide it suits a sunny patio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Pirate's Gold Ixora in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to a partly shaded position. It is at its best in tropical and subtropical gardens, where it flowers reliably, and it tolerates light frost and drought once established. Protect it from heavier frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Well drained soil. Mulch to hold moisture and keep the roots cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch and water regularly until the plant is established, usually around 12 weeks. Fertilise with a slow release product in spring. If leaves yellow following dry conditions, feed with a liquid seaweed fertiliser for fresh green foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune after flowering to promote dense growth and flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Pirate's Gold Ixora as tube stock: a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly in warm soil. Tubes are the economical choice for a hedge, and they fill out into a rounded shrub within a season or two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause tube stock comes from our grower, it is not always on hand. A sold out tube on this page means the grower has none at the moment, and the notify button emails you the day it returns.\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\/all-about-ixora-gardening-tips-care\"\u003eGrowing ixora in Australia: varieties and care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hedging-screening\"\u003eHedging and screening plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003ePlants for pots\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-tropical-climates\"\u003ePlants for tropical climates\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow tall does Pirate's Gold grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 1m tall and 1m wide. Clip it after flowering to hold it as a low hedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it cope with frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce established, it tolerates light frost. Cover young plants and protect potted ones if a heavier frost is forecast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Use a pot at least 40cm wide with an acidic potting mix, in a bright spot, and keep it watered through dry weather.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790346223935,"sku":"IXO-HYB-PIRATE-tube","price":11.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/pirate-s-gold-ixora-ixora-pirate-s-gold.jpg?v=1792208559","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/pirate-s-gold-ixora-ixora-pirate-s-gold","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}