5 Seeds Holly-Leaved Mirbelia Mirbelia dilatata Australian Native Flowering Shrub

Holly-Leaved Mirbelia is an Australian native shrub grown for its holly-like foliage and pea-shaped purple-pink flowers that create a striking display through the warmer months. Its dense, rounded habit and attractive leaves make it an excellent choice for native gardens, mixed borders, and low-maintenance landscape plantings.

This shrub works well as a feature plant, informal hedge, or filler in native garden beds and large containers. It prefers a sunny, open position with well-drained soil and tolerates light frost once established. Flowering occurs mainly in spring and summer, with the blooms contrasting nicely against the deep green foliage.
Species: Mirbelia dilatata
Variety: Not applicable
Type: Evergreen flowering shrub
Plant_Habit: Dense, rounded shrub
Sun: Full sun to light partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, sandy to gravelly, slightly acidic
Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: Suitable for temperate to warm climates
Germination: Pre-treat seed by scarifying or soaking in warm water to improve results
Sowing: Sow into a well-drained seed-raising mix and keep lightly moist
Spacing: 1 to 1.5 metres apart
Notes: Australian native; tolerates light frost and dry conditions once established