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Plant description:

The habit of this specimen is best described as a much branched willowy and free flowering shrub. Its fine, narrow leafed and lance shaped foliage complements the yellow and occasionally multi-coloured flowers formed in rounded clusters at the tips of its slender branches. The flowering period generally boasts from spring trough summer and often in winter too. Indigenous to South Africa G. squarrosa occurs naturally along the coast from the Cape Peninsula to the Eastern Cape and Kwazulu-Natal. Though not popular for commercial propagation the sweetly evening scented blooms are great addition to any evening entertainment area.

Family: Thymelaeaceae

Botanical Pronunciation: NY-dee-uh

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Botanical name

Gnidia squarrosa

Plant Care

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Flowers

June July August September October November Golden yellow and occasionally multi-coloured flowers are formed in rounded clusters at the tips of slender branches. The flowering period generally boasts

Common name(s)

Aandbossie (A)

Foliage

Carries fine, narrow leafed and lance shaped foliage.

Uses in landscape design

Use G. squarrosa to create a softening, tranquil effect in the landscape.
A superb specimen for the indigenous garden.
A great waterwise plant.

Drought tolerance

High

Maintenance

A regular light feeding and a quick pruning is recommended for best results.

Soil conditions

This shrub performs best in well-drained soil and tolerates poor soil conditions.

Wildlife attractions

The evening scented blooms suggests this plant is pollinated by moths.

Interesting planting ideas

Plant it alongside your patio or entertainment area for a lovely sweet scented aroma during the evenings.

June July August September October November
Golden yellow and occasionally multi-coloured flowers are formed in rounded clusters at the tips of slender branches. The flowering period generally boasts from spring trough summer and often in winter too. Flowers are sweetly scented at night, but unscented during the day.

Carries fine, narrow leafed and lance shaped foliage.

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