{"product_id":"westringia-blue-gem","title":"Westringia Blue Gem PBR","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"62\" data-end=\"512\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"62\" data-end=\"74\"\u003eWestringia\u003c\/em\u003e hybrid (WES03) 'Blue Gem' PBR is a compact, evergreen Australian native shrub selected for its naturally dense growth, attractive grey-green foliage and prolific display of soft mauve-blue flowers. With a neat rounded habit and excellent drought tolerance, it is ideal for low hedging, borders, coastal gardens and mass planting. Tough, low maintenance and easy to shape, 'Blue Gem' performs exceptionally well in Sunshine Coast gardens.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"kgmwg\" data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"525\"\u003eFlowers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"527\" data-end=\"735\"\u003eProduces an abundance of soft mauve-blue flowers from spring through autumn, with spot flowering possible throughout the year in mild climates. The blooms attract native bees and other beneficial pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"3nt59l\" data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"748\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"750\" data-end=\"887\"\u003eFine grey-green foliage remains dense throughout the year, creating an attractive, naturally rounded shrub that responds well to pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"6um3ei\" data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"898\"\u003eFruit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003eProduces small, inconspicuous nutlets after flowering, which are not considered an ornamental feature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ua95zn\" data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003eForm \u0026amp; Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003eA compact, rounded evergreen shrub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1069\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 cm–1.2 metres\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1115\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1098\"\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 cm–1.2 metres\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"e21a7f\" data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1407\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xpok7e\" data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003eThrives in full sun to part shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1lz5or8\" data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1206\"\u003ePrefers well-drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bo45v7\" data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003eDrought tolerant once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1flgjbm\" data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003eSuitable for coastal gardens and exposed positions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"yxvwcy\" data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003eTolerates sandy and clay soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zzlkyv\" data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1356\"\u003eTolerates light frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1agyl5h\" data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1407\"\u003ePerforms well in humid and subtropical climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ynplfa\" data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003eUses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1560\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qi7mc2\" data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1432\"\u003eLow hedging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"oz1glz\" data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003eBorders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"v23eg2\" data-start=\"1443\" data-end=\"1458\"\u003eFeature shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qa8y83\" data-start=\"1459\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003eMass planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5hn3on\" data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003eCoastal gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1krfx0h\" data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003eNative gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5hsryn\" data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003ePots and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"888br0\" data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1560\"\u003eLow-maintenance landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"xg1pnf\" data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1577\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1851\"\u003eWater regularly during establishment. Once established, 'Blue Gem' requires minimal watering. Light pruning after flowering or several times a year will maintain its compact shape and encourage dense new growth. Apply a slow-release native fertiliser in spring if desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"6zzv5x\" data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1862\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"2128\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003eWestringia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Blue Gem' PBR is an outstanding landscaping shrub valued for its tidy growth habit, long flowering period and exceptional toughness. It is an excellent choice for formal or informal gardens where reliable, year-round structure and colour are desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"zuh02s\" data-start=\"2130\" data-end=\"2150\"\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2152\" data-end=\"2302\"\u003ePairs beautifully with Lomandra, Dianella, Grevillea, Callistemon, Scaevola, Correa, Kangaroo Paw (\u003cem data-start=\"2251\" data-end=\"2265\"\u003eAnigozanthos\u003c\/em\u003e) and other Australian native plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2304\" data-end=\"2346\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2304\" data-end=\"2320\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue Gem Coastal Rosemary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2348\" data-end=\"2410\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2348\" data-end=\"2367\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"2368\" data-end=\"2380\"\u003eWestringia\u003c\/em\u003e hybrid (WES03) 'Blue Gem' PBR\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2412\" data-end=\"2433\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2412\" data-end=\"2423\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lamiaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2435\" data-end=\"2475\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2435\" data-end=\"2446\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Australian cultivated hybrid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Native and Grasses plants","offers":[{"title":"140mm","offer_id":43308331991220,"sku":"","price":15.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/4965\/4708\/files\/Westringia-Blue-Gem-Sunshine-Coast-Nursery.jpg?v=1784451402","url":"https:\/\/www.gardencentresunshinecoast.com.au\/products\/westringia-blue-gem","provider":" Sunshine Coast Nursery \u0026 Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}