Description
Adenanthos sericeus 'Silver Silk', commonly known as the Woolly Bush, is a medium-sized Western Australian native that adds a soft, silvery touch to Perth gardens. With an evergreen, feathery foliage, 'Silver Silk' grows to a height and width of 1 to 1.5 metres, making it perfect for adding texture and contrast to native garden beds or as a feature plant in a smaller landscape. This hardy shrub thrives in full sun and well-draining soils, providing a low-maintenance option for water-wise gardens.
Flowering from Late Spring (Kambarang) through Early Summer (Birak), the Woolly Bush 'Silver Silk' produces small, red flowers that attract local birdlife, enhancing the garden’s biodiversity. As a perennial, it offers year-round interest with its unique, touchable foliage. Non-toxic to both humans and pets, this Woolly Bush variety is safe for family-friendly gardens while bringing a distinctively soft aesthetic to any outdoor space.
| Botanical Name | Adenanthos sericeus |
| Common Name | Woolly Bush |
| Cultivar | Silver Silk |
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Classification |
Medium Natives |
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| Origin | Western Australia |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1 - 1.5 M |
| Width | 1 - 1.5 M |
| Light | Full sun |
| Soil | Well-draining |
| Water Requirement | Drought-tolerant once established |
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Flower Colour | Red |
| Flower Time | Kambarang-Birak (Late Spring-Early Summer) |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic to humans and pets |
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