{"product_id":"rondeletia-rondeletia-amoena","title":"Rondeletia - Rondeletia amoena","description":"\u003cp\u003eRondeletia (\u003cem\u003eRondeletia amoena\u003c\/em\u003e) is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that makes a flowering screen: 2 to 3m tall and 3m wide, with large rounded leaves and clusters of perfumed pink flowers from late winter to early summer. Birds, bees and butterflies work the nectar-rich blooms, and the plant stands up to beachside wind and salt spray. It needs a warm, frost-free position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonths of scented flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pink flower clusters open from late winter into early summer, carrying a perfume you notice as you walk past.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA wildlife magnet.\u003c\/strong\u003e The nectar-rich blooms draw birds, bees and butterflies for most of the flowering season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast cover.\u003c\/strong\u003e Large leaves and quick growth close gaps in a screen sooner than most flowering shrubs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTough by the sea.\u003c\/strong\u003e It tolerates beachside wind and salt spray, which rules out many other flowering shrubs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCopes with dry spells.\u003c\/strong\u003e Once established it tolerates prolonged dry periods, so it does not need constant watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering hedge or privacy screen.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1.5m apart and the shrubs knit into a continuous flowering screen 2 to 3m tall within a few seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoastal gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e It takes wind and salt that burn many shrubs, provided it sits in a frost-free spot with free-draining soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCottage garden feature.\u003c\/strong\u003e Used singly as the star of a bed, it needs room: allow about 3m across for the full shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Rondeletia in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade, in a warm, frost-free spot. Frost damages it, so it suits tropical, subtropical and the frost-free parts of warm temperate gardens. In areas with regular frosts it is not a safe choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-draining soil is needed. It is well suited to sandy coastal soils, and on heavier ground you should mound the planting area or add coarse material to open the soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch after planting and water regularly for the first 12 weeks, or until established. After that it tolerates long dry periods. Apply a slow release fertiliser once a year to encourage a dense habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune lightly after flowering to keep it shaped, and avoid cutting into old wood, which can be slow to recover. Regular light trimming also keeps a screen dense from the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Rondeletia as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly once it is in the ground. Small plants need a protected first season, so plant out in warm weather and water in well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailability of the tube depends on our grower. It shows as sold out whenever none is on hand, and the notify button on the page emails you the day it is back.\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=\"\/collections\/hedging-screening\"\u003eHedging and screening plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/coastal-salt-tolerant-plants\"\u003eCoastal and salt tolerant plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fragrant-plants\"\u003eFragrant plants for the garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-create-a-great-hedge-and-keep-it-looking-sharp\"\u003eHow to build and keep a great hedge\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Rondeletia frost hardy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It needs protection from frost, so plant it in a warm, sheltered position and avoid it altogether where hard frosts are regular.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big will it get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan on 2 to 3m high and about 3m wide. It is a large shrub, so give it room or use it as a screen along a boundary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it have a scent?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The pink flowers are perfumed, so plant it near a path, window or seat to enjoy it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790873002303,"sku":"RON-AMO-tube","price":16.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/rondeletia-rondeletia-amoena.jpg?v=1792210656","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/rondeletia-rondeletia-amoena","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}