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Cocky's tongue

Cocky's tongue
Photo: John Zwar
Alternative Plant
Cocky's tongue
Templetonia retusa
 
A highly ornamental and hardy foliage plant indigenous to much of South Australia.  Cocky's tongue grows 1 to 2m tall by 2 to 3m wide and can be used as a background plant in wider verges or grouped as an informal hedge or barrier.  Prune to promote bushier growth or shape to form a hedge. Requires well-drained soils and is suitable for coastal areas.  Will grow in most soil types and requires minimal supplementary watering.  Cocky's tongue attracts nectar eating birds and native butterflies.

 

 
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