Tickbush (Kunzea ambigua)

Tickbush

Also known as: White kunzea

Tickbush is an Eastern Australian native that thrives on sandstone soils. This useful shrub plays an important role in stabilizing sand dunes. It is pollinated by a host of native insects and provides a habitat for the long-nosed bandicoot (Perameles nasuta). It is also grown ornamentally and can be used as a feature shrub or for screening.

Scientific classification

Species

Tickbush (Kunzea ambigua)

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Perennial

Lifespan

Shrub

Plant Type

3 m

Plant Height

3 m

Spread

Green

Leaf Color

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Care Guide for Tickbush

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

Water: Tickbush thrives in tropical conditions requiring consistent moisture. It prefers weekly watering, ensuring health without overwatering. As an evergreen, maintaining soil moisture year-round promotes foliage growth and resilience against temperature variations.

Pruning: Tickbush is a dense, evergreen shrub with fragrant leaves and white to pinkish flowers. Prune in early to late winter for shaping and trim lightly post-bloom to encourage growth. Remove dead branches for health, using sanitized tools for clean cuts.

Propagation: Tickbush is a resilient native shrub that propagates effectively through semi-hardwood cuttings with multiple nodes. Plant in well-draining soil and use auxin-based hormones to boost root growth. Maintain consistent moisture and warmth, avoiding direct sunlight, for optimal rooting and successful cultivation.

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Common Pests & Diseases

Leaf yellowing Dark blotch Leaf tip withering Yellow edges

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