3 October 2007 11:25 AM

Jacksonia scoparia (Dogwood) is probably the best known species. It is found in eastern New South Wales and south-east Queensland and is a small tree or open shrub to 3-4 metres high, with a weeping habit of growth and greyish foliage.  The yellow 'pea'-type flowers occur in late spring and summer in racemes from the upper branches.   The plants are just coming into flower here (both in the local bushland and in my garden).

Propagation is relatively easy from seed following pre-treatment with boiling water (similar to other members of the pea family). Cuttings also strike reasonably readily.

Previous Favourites

{ Previous Page } { Page 74 of 208 } { Next Page }