Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle

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Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle

$160.00

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Size: 30cm/33cm

30cm/33cm 40cm/45L 100L 200L 400L

All stock is grown, maintained and graded in strict accordance with AS 4373-2007, Australian Standard for Nursery Stock.

Current Stock Height Guides

40cm/45L: 1m – 2m Approx.
100L: 2.2m – 2.6m Approx.
200L: 2.7m – 3m Approx.

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Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 5 m – 8 m

Mature Width: 6.8 m – 8m

Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle is expected to grow 30 – 60 cm/year.

Root Ball Dimensions

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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About Your New Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle

Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' is a medium-sized evergreen Australian native grown for its rich burgundy-purple foliage and graceful weeping form. The deep leaf colour creates bold contrast against green plantings, while the lance-shaped leaves release a subtle aroma when crushed.

Burgundy Willow Myrtle grows to 5-7 metres tall and 3-4 metres wide with a soft weeping habit. The graceful form and manageable size suit informal screens, feature planting, avenue lines, residential gardens, and streetscapes. Small white flowers appear through spring and summer, adding a light seasonal display.

Burgundy Willow Myrtle is highly drought tolerant once established and also handles coastal exposure including salt spray and wind. It performs best in full sun to part shade across WA, SA, VIC, NSW and southern QLD, tolerating light frost once established.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle

How tall does Burgundy Willow Myrtle grow?

Burgundy Willow Myrtle grows to 5-7 metres tall and 3-4 metres wide with a graceful weeping form.

How fast does Agonis Burgundy grow?

Agonis Burgundy is moderately fast-growing, adding 40-60cm per year once established.

When does Agonis Burgundy flower?

Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' produces small clustered white flowers through spring and summer. While subtle, the blooms add a delicate contrast to its deep burgundy foliage, offering a light seasonal display.

Is Agonis Burgundy an Australian native?

Yes. Agonis flexuosa is native to south-western Western Australia. 'Burgundy' is a selected cultivar of the species with rich burgundy-purple foliage in place of the species' green leaves.

Is Agonis Burgundy drought tolerant?

Yes. Burgundy Willow Myrtle is highly drought tolerant once established and also handles coastal exposure including salt spray and sandy soils.

Where does Agonis Burgundy grow best in Australia?

Agonis Burgundy thrives across most of Australia, particularly in WA, SA, VIC, NSW, and southern QLD. It tolerates light frost once established and prefers full sun.

How far apart should I plant Agonis Burgundy?

Plant 3-4 metres apart for a feature row or informal screen, or 5 metres for individual canopy spread.

Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)

$21.95

Features and Benefits

Organically certified product
Improves aeration for roots
A rich blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, Gypsum, composted coarse bark and wetting agent
Excellent to mix with heavy clay soils, an organic mixture with added gypsum which is perfect for exotic plants
Revitalises tired soils, adds nutrient and organic matter, no chemical additives, weed free
Assists in retaining moisture in the soil longer after rain or watering

Directions For Use

Water plant well at least several hours prior to planting.
Dig a hole at least twice the width of the pot and 7cm deeper than the pot.
Mix Grow Better Enriched Planting Mix with the soil that has been dug out of the hole, adding about 1/3 planting mix.
Spread a 7cm layer of improved soil in the hole and remove plant from the pot. Tease roots gently if the root ball is very firm and place plant in the planting hole. Check that pot soil is level with the surrounding soil surface level, not higher or lower.
Fill in the hole with improved soil mixture, firm down soil and water well adding Grow Better Plant Starter to final watering.

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Uses in my Garden

Shade Tree
Feature Tree
Screening or Privacy
Rural Property Planting
Council or Civic Landscapes
Revegetation or Regeneration

Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle works in an:

Australian Native Garden – celebrates local plants with natural character.
Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.
Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Is Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle Evergreen or Deciduous?

Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 5 m – 8 m

Mature Width: 6.8 m – 8m

Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle is expected to grow 30 – 60 cm/year.

Growth Rate of Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle

Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle is expected to grow 30 – 60 cm/year.

They are considered to have a:

Medium Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle

Is Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle frost tolerant?

Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle is Frost Sensitive – May suffer damage from frost, best in frost-free or protected spots.

Does Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle Flower?

Agonis flexuosa ‘Burgundy’ produces small clustered white flowers through spring and summer. While subtle, the blooms add a delicate contrast to its deep burgundy foliage, offering a light seasonal display.

Does Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Spring
Summer

Flower Type:

Clustered

Flower Colour:

White

Is Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle an Australian Native Tree?

Yes

Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle is Native to A cultivated form of Agonis flexuosa, which is native to south-western Western Australia where it grows naturally in coastal woodlands and sandy soils.

What is the Wildlife Value of Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle ?

Its fine, weeping foliage provides shelter for small birds, while its nectar- and pollen-rich flowers attract native bees and beneficial insects that help strengthen local biodiversity and garden resilience.

How much Sunlight does Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle need?

Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle will thrive best in:

Full Sun
Part Shade

Preferred Soil?

Agonis flexuosa ‘Burgundy’ performs best in well-drained sandy or loam soils and tolerates slightly acidic to neutral conditions. It can struggle in heavy clay or poorly drained positions unless improved with organic matter to enhance drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then reduce watering as the tree matures and shows stronger drought resilience.

Is Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle Drought Tolerant?

Is Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it benefits from regular watering, but once established Agonis flexuosa ‘Burgundy’ shows good drought tolerance. It performs reliably in dry conditions and maintains its rich foliage colour with minimal supplementary watering.

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How To Plant Your Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle

Site: Choose a well-drained position in full sun to part shade with room for the canopy to develop.

Soil preparation: Enrich the planting area with quality compost and aged manure for a strong establishment phase.

Hole: Dig twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth.

Planting: Position level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, firm in, then water deeply to settle the roots.

Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle

Hedging and screening: 1 to 1.5 metres apart for a dense informal screen, or 80 centimetres apart for a tighter formal hedge.

Feature tree: 3 to 4 metres apart to allow the full canopy and form to develop.

Avenue planting: 3 metres apart for a uniform soft-textured avenue.

Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle is expected to grow 30 – 60 cm/year.

Medium Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle

Watering: Water deeply twice weekly through the first 12 months. Once established, this is drought tolerant and only needs a deep soak during extended dry periods.

Mulching: Apply a 5 to 7 centimetre layer of organic mulch over the root zone, keeping it 5 centimetres clear of the trunk.

Pruning: Tip prune in late winter and again in summer to build dense growth. For a formal hedge, light shaping two to three times a year keeps lines crisp.

Fertilising: Apply a slow-release native blend in early spring and again in autumn. Avoid high-phosphorus formulations as a precaution.

Pest and disease: Hardy against most pests and diseases. Occasional inspection in warm humid conditions is all that's needed.

Planting Your Agonis flexuosa 'Burgundy' Willow Myrtle in Different Soil

Agonis flexuosa performs best in well-drained sandy loam or loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Adaptable to a wide range of soils when drainage is improved with organic matter.

Sandy soil: Free-draining and ideal. Mulch well to maintain consistent moisture.

Clay soil: Improve drainage with gypsum and organic compost before planting.

Loam: The preferred soil for steady root development and consistent growth.

pH: Slightly acidic to neutral preferred. Mulch with composted leaf litter to maintain levels naturally.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Agonis 'Burgundy' good as a feature tree?
A. Yes — its rich burgundy foliage and weeping habit make it an exceptional feature tree in any garden or landscape.
Q. Can it be used for avenue planting?
A. Yes — it performs well in avenue plantings when spaced 3.5 m to 5 m apart.
Q. How fast does it grow?
A. It has a moderate growth rate of approximately 30 – 60 cm per year.
Q. Is it drought tolerant?
A. Yes — once established, it handles moderate drought conditions well.
Q. What type of foliage does it have?
A. It has fine, lance-shaped burgundy foliage that is aromatic when crushed.
Q. When does it flower?
A. In spring, producing clusters of small white flowers.
Q. What light conditions are best?
A. Full sun to part shade is ideal for best colour and structure.
Q. Does it need much maintenance?
A. No — it's low maintenance. Occasional light pruning can be done to maintain shape.