Jelly Bush
Leptospermum polygalifolium
This is a beautiful native plant and a special Honey Bush that produces the foundation pollen of our own Australian Active Honey. Named because of the thick jelly like honey that bees produce from the flowers. The honey is very similar in terms of its chemical structure and medicinal properties to manuka.
A stunning plant that flowers in grows naturally on the east coast. It is covered in white flowers in spring is hardy drought tolerant and easy to care for.
Uses
Active Honey
Native Gardens
Conditions
Family: Myrtaceae
Height: 2 – 3 m
Width: 1 – 2 m
Flower Colour: White
Flowering Time: Spring, Autumn
Ph Level:Acid, Neutral
Soil Type: Sandy, Clay, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Poor soil
Growth Habit: Evergreen, Dense foliage
Lifespan: Perennial
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0448974421
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Nursery is open Tues, Wed and Thurs 9 - 3.
All other times by appointment.