Erect Guinea-flower

Hibbertia riparia

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A lovely groundcovering low shrub that could be a great addition to a verge or any gaps in your garden. The bright yellow flowers are a beautiful sight. Responds well to light pruning in late winter to remove dead branches and encourage bushy growth.

Form
Small shrub
Height
0.1 - 0.5m
Spread
0.3 - 0.8m
Flowering time
Spring
Flower colour
Yellow
Light requirements
Soil type
Sandy
Loam
Clay
Well drained
Landscape setting
Coastal
Plains
Hills
Tolerates
Some coastal exposure
Moderate frost

Flammability: Low*

*Flammability based on well-maintained, pruned, irrigated plants.

Nectar attracts native butterflies and insects. Attracts insect eating birds.

Habitat for