CULINARY USES: Kunzea's aromatic leaves are prized for their unique flavour in gourmet dishes, roasts or added to vegetables.
DESCRIPTION: Kunzea is covered in masses of sweet fragrant flowers from September to December. It makes a stunning addition to any garden, and if your gardening style is by neglect, this is the shrub for you.
GROWING CONDITIONS: Kunzea likes full sun or part-shade. Kunzea will tolerate dryness, lime, coastal positions and frost to -8 degrees C. Will grow in a variety of soils but does best in sandy free draining soils.
FOR BEST RESULTS: Prune hard after flowering to maintain lush new growth a a good shape.
PLANTING IDEAS: This is a tall shrub but can be trimmed into a neat hedge. It makes a very attractive screen or windbreak plant.
FAUNA BENEFITS: The dense foliage makes ideal nesting sites for small birds and the flowers attract a variety of birds competing for nectar.
