{"product_id":"rosea-snowbush-breynia-disticha-rosea","title":"Rosea Snowbush - Breynia disticha 'Rosea'","description":"\u003cp\u003eRosea Snowbush (\u003cem\u003eBreynia disticha\u003c\/em\u003e 'Rosea') is a gently weeping, layered shrub whose small, very dark green leaves are patterned in white and pink. It reaches about 2m tall and 1.5m wide and holds its colour all year without needing flowers, which makes it a feature shrub, a soft hedge or a screen for frost free gardens. The parent species comes from New Caledonia and Vanuatu, and the plant likes warmth and reliable rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour all year.\u003c\/strong\u003e The foliage is patterned in white and pink, so the display never depends on a flowering season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA soft, layered shape.\u003c\/strong\u003e Gently weeping branches stack in tiers, giving a light, airy look that suits modern and tropical plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHedge, screen or feature.\u003c\/strong\u003e It works as a single specimen, a pastel hedge or a screen of 2m.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun or part shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun brings the richest colour, but it also thrives in part shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot fussy about soil.\u003c\/strong\u003e It suits most soil types, as long as there is warmth and regular moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA feature shrub.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a single plant beside an entry, in a courtyard or against a dark wall, where the pink and white leaves show up best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA pastel hedge.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1m apart and prune regularly for a dense, colourful hedge of 1.5m to 2m. It forms a light-coloured foil to darker greens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA soft screen.\u003c\/strong\u003e Set the same 1m apart in a double row for a layered screen. Partner it with deeper green shrubs for contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Rosea Snowbush in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun for the richest colour, though it also thrives in part shade. It needs warmth and reliable rain, so it suits tropical, subtropical and mild warm temperate gardens. In cool climates further south than Sydney it may drop leaves, and frost is best avoided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Suited to most soil types. Add organic matter and mulch to hold moisture through dry spells.\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. After that, water as needed during dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune regularly to encourage dense growth. Clip lightly for a formal-looking hedge or leave the branches to weep for a softer feature plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Rosea Snowbush as tube stock only: a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly and builds its colourful, layered shape over the first season. It is a budget-friendly way to plant a whole hedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur grower supplies the tubes, so supply comes and goes. If the tube shows as sold out, the grower has none at the moment: press the notify button on the page and we will email 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\/variegated\"\u003eMore variegated plants\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 create a great hedge\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-subtropical-climates\"\u003ePlants for subtropical climates\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it an Australian native?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a Pacific plant: the parent species is native to New Caledonia and Vanuatu. It grows well in warm Australian gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it lose its leaves in winter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn cool climates further south than Sydney it may drop leaves. In warm, frost free gardens it holds them through the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I get the best colour?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant it in full sun, keep the water regular and prune regularly. The pink and white patterning is strongest in bright light.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790187364671,"sku":"BRE-DIS-ROSEA-tube","price":13.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/rosea-snowbush-breynia-disticha-rosea.jpg?v=1792195699","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/rosea-snowbush-breynia-disticha-rosea","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}