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Baeckea camphorata

Also Known As

  • Camphor Bush

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-6'
  • W: 3'-5'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

Baeckea camphorata plant details

Baeckea camphorata is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Baeckea camphorata

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant, fragrant foliage

GROWING CONDITIONS for Baeckea camphorata

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained

Gardening facts about Baeckea camphorata plant

How to Grow Baeckea camphorata

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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