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Spanish Heath

Spanish Heath
Photo: Jackie Miles
Invasive Plant
Spanish Heath
Erica lusitanica
 

This erect woody shrub produces millions of seeds in its 30 year life span. It rapidly spreads along roadsides and drainage lines via water and machinery. It invades heath lands, waterways and damp or dry bush land.

 

HOW IT SPREADS

  • Tolerates drought, grazing, splashing and trampling.
  • Roots readily sucker and spread.
  • Seeds spread by wind, water, soil, machinery and dumped garden refuse.
  • Seeds remain viable in the soil for many years.
 
 
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Alternative Plants

Common Heath
Photo: Macbird Floraprint
Alternative Plant Common Heath
Epacris impressa
Trees and Shrubs
 

Victoria's state floral emblem it is an upright shrub to 1.5m tall with masses of small prickly leaves and white, pink or red flowers from March to November. Great for rockeries and native gardens.

Eriostemon
Photo: © immij pty ltd
Alternative Plant Eriostemon
Philotheca myoporoides
Trees and Shrubs
 

This shrub grows to 2 m high with a bushy habit. Related to citrus, the leaves have a strong pleasant aroma when crushed. The waxy, white flowers appear winter to late spring. Hardy in a range of climates. It can withstand extended dry periods once established.

Paynes Thryptomene
Photo: © immij pty ltd
Alternative Plant Paynes Thryptomene
Thryptomene saxicola 'Paynes Hybrid'
Trees and Shrubs
 

A small shrub to 1 m. The leaves contain fragrant, aromatic oils. Small, pale-pink flowers occur in winter/spring. It is a hardy plant. Can be used as a cut flower.

 
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