Adenanthos sericeus - Woolly Bush

Size: 30cm/33cm
Sale price$150.00

Adenanthos sericeus – Woolly Bush is an evergreen Australian native with soft, silver-grey foliage that’s both visually striking and silky to touch. Growing 2–5m high with a narrow to slightly spreading habit, it offers texture and contrast in low-maintenance gardens.

They look excellent as short informal hedges, soft screens, or feature plants in coastal and dry-tolerant landscapes. Small red tubular flowers appear sporadically and attract native birds without disrupting form.

Performs best in full sun to light shade, tolerates coastal exposure, and requires little maintenance once established. A reliable choice for tactile contrast and light structure in informal planting schemes.

 

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About This Tree

Botanical Profile

Explore the essential characteristics and growth habits of this plant, curated to assist you in making an inspired and confident choice for your landscape.

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height

2 m – 5 m

Mature Width:

1 m – 3 m

Expected Growth Pear Year

Approx 20 - 40cm Per Year

  • Medium Growth Rate
Evergreen/ Deciduous

Evergreen (foliage year round)

Frost Tolerance

Frost Sensitive – May suffer damage from frost, best in frost-free or protected spots.

Sunlight Tolerance
  • Full Sun
  • Part Shade
Form & Shape

Adenanthos sericeus - Woolly Bush is considered:

  • Shrub
  • Upright
  • Rounded
Australian Native?

Yes

Flowering Information

Flower Colour: Red

Flower Type:

  • Tubular

Flowering Period

  • Sporadic
Foliage Type / Shape
  • Soft / Silky

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Here Is What Customers Like You Frequently Ask

FAQ

Q. Is Adenanthos sericeus good for hedging or screening?
A. Yes — it’s well-suited to informal hedging or screening, thanks to its upright habit and soft foliage.

Q. What makes Woolly Bush unique?
A. Its silver-grey foliage is soft and silky to touch, making it a standout both visually and tactilely.

Q. How tall and wide does it grow?
A. Typically grows 2 – 5 m tall and 1 – 3 m wide depending on conditions.

Q. How fast does it grow?
A. Moderate growth rate — around 30 – 60 cm per year.

Q. Does it attract birds?
A. Yes — the small red tubular flowers attract birds and native pollinators.

Q. Can it grow in coastal gardens?
A. Yes — Woolly Bush is coastal tolerant and grows well in sandy, free-draining soils.

Q. What light conditions does it prefer?
A. Thrives in full sun to light shade.

Q. Is it drought tolerant?
A. Yes — once established, it requires less frequent watering and is drought hardy.

Q. Is it low maintenance?
A. Absolutely — it needs minimal care, with light pruning if shaping is desired.

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Planting Guide

Plant Spacing

Hedging & Screening: Plant 0.8 m – 1.2 m apart depending on desired density.

Feature Tree: Not commonly used as a feature tree.

Avenue Planting Trees: Not typically used for avenue planting.

How to Plant Adenanthos sericeus - Woolly Bush

How to Plant Adenanthos sericeus

  1. Select a Spot: Opt for an area with good sunlight, though it tolerates light shade.
  2. Soil Preparation: Ensure well-draining soil, enriching it with compost if needed.
  3. Dig: Make a hole approximately twice the size of the plant's root ball.
  4. Position: Set the Woolly Bush in the hole, backfill, and firmly pat the soil.
  5. Watering Initiation: Water generously immediately after planting.

Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

  • 30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
  • 40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
  • 50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
  • 100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
  • 150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
  • 200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
  • 300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
  • 400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
  • 500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
  • 750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
  • 1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
  • 2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

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