{"product_id":"agonis-flexuosa-lemon-lime","title":"Agonis flexuosa 'Lemon \u0026 Lime'","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLemon \u0026amp; Lime Willow Myrtle \/ Lemon \u0026amp; Lime Peppermint\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"309\" data-start=\"292\"\u003eAgonis flexuosa\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Lemon \u0026amp; Lime’\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily: \u003c\/strong\u003eMyrtaceae \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003eWestern Australia \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e vergreen shrub \/ small tree (compact, weeping habit)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"489\" data-start=\"472\"\u003eAgonis flexuosa\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Lemon \u0026amp; Lime’ is a vibrant, fine-textured peppermint willow cultivar selected for its striking golden, lime and soft chartreuse foliage. New growth flushes bright yellow-lime and softens to green as it matures, creating year-round colour and contrast in Adelaide gardens. The leaves release a fresh peppermint scent when brushed or crushed. With its naturally arching, lightly weeping habit and luminous foliage, it works beautifully as a feature shrub, informal hedge or bright accent in native, coastal, and modern Mediterranean landscapes. Small white spring flowers add subtle seasonal interest, while the plant’s resilience to heat, wind and coastal conditions makes it ideal for South Australia’s climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–3 m H × 1.5–2.5 m W (compact, semi-weeping)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20-40 cm per year under good conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen; bright yellow-lime new growth ageing to soft green; foliage may show richer gold tints in cold weather or during flushes of new growth; aromatic when crushed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small white clusters in spring–early summer\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1607\" data-start=\"1593\"\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foliage is pleasantly peppermint-fragrant when touched; flowers are not considered fragrant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Year-round evergreen colour with bright golden new growth peaks; soft spring flowering and warm foliage tints in cooler months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides nectar for pollinators and shelter for small birds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought-tolerant once established; excellent heat and wind tolerance; coastal-tolerant (second-line, occasionally first-line with good drainage); light frost hardy; dislikes waterlogging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hedge or screen: 1 per metre for density, 1.5 m apart for a looser form; features spaced 2–3 m apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-toxic; essential oils may cause mild tummy upset if foliage is chewed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Works Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade, with brightest yellow foliage achieved in full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained sandy or loamy soil; tolerates slightly alkaline coastal soils and improved clay if drainage is good\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Establishment: 2 deep soaks\/week for 8–12 weeks. Established: deep soak every 10–14 days in summer (weekly during heatwaves), with minimal watering in winter unless very dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch in spring; light prune after flowering or in late winter to shape and maintain density; avoid heavy cutting into old wood; feed lightly in early spring with a native-safe fertiliser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–25+ years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent for Mediterranean and temperate SA — Adelaide Plains, coastal suburbs, Barossa edges, southern suburbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral; adaptable to slightly acidic or slightly alkaline soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape \u0026amp; Design Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInformal hedge or screen with bright year-round foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeature shrub for native, coastal or Mediterranean gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMass plant for vibrant structural contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccent plant near entries, pathways or outdoor living areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for large containers (with pruning to maintain size)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Lemon \u0026amp; Lime’ delivers luminous golden foliage, a light peppermint fragrance and a naturally graceful habit that thrives in Adelaide’s heat and coastal conditions. With minimal care and excellent resilience, it brings year-round colour, structure and freshness to any modern or native-inspired landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adelaide Plant Co","offers":[{"title":"500mm Pot","offer_id":48603311767804,"sku":"AGON-FLEX-LEMO-LIME-500MM","price":395.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9282\/0220\/files\/agonis-flexuosa-lemon-and-lime-willow-myrtle-peppermint-500mm-flower-adelaide-plant-co.png?v=1765692174","url":"https:\/\/adelaideplantco.com.au\/products\/agonis-flexuosa-lemon-lime","provider":"Adelaide Plant Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}