WESTRINGIA NARINGA

Botanical Name: Westringia naringa
Common Names: Naringa, Coastal Rosemary
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Requirements: Well-drained soils; adaptable to clay, sandy, or loamy substrates
Water Needs: Low once established; drought-tolerant
Foliage: Dense, fine-textured green-grey leaves with a soft, rosemary-like appearance
Flowers: Pale mauve to light purple blooms that appear primarily in spring, with scattered flowering year-round
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast

Uses:

Hedging & Screening:
Westringia naringa is widely used as a formal or informal hedge due to its dense growth and tolerance for pruning.

Coastal & Urban Gardens:
Thrives in tough coastal conditions, windy sites, and urban landscapes with minimal care needs.

Pollinator Gardens:
Its soft purple blooms attract native bees and beneficial insects.

Benefits:

• Low Water Use: Once established, it performs exceptionally in low-irrigation settings.

• Hardy & Reliable: Withstands salt spray, heat, wind, and poor soils.

• Compact & Dense: Naturally tidy form, easy to shape with pruning.

• Long Bloom Period: Offers visual appeal across multiple seasons.

• Low Maintenance: Resistant to most pests and diseases, and requires minimal upkeep.

Westringia naringa is a tough, evergreen shrub perfect for water-wise landscapes and structured plantings. Its soft foliage, extended flowering, and adaptability make it a favorite for sustainable, low-maintenance gardens.