{"product_id":"crowea-exalata-stellarose","title":"Crowea exalata 'Stellarose'","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStellarose Crowea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"59\"\u003eCrowea exalata\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Stellarose’\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rutaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003eAustralia (cultivar selection of an eastern Australian native)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen shrub\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfectly suited to Adelaide’s temperate and Mediterranean conditions, \u003cem data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"356\"\u003eCrowea exalata\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Stellarose’ is a compact, refined Australian native shrub prized for its masses of star-shaped, soft rose-pink flowers. Flowering occurs mainly from late autumn through spring, often peaking in winter when colour is most welcome in the garden. The neat, rounded habit and fine, deep-green foliage give year-round structure, while the flowers release a gentle citrus fragrance, especially in mild weather. Best grown in sheltered positions with good drainage, ‘Stellarose’ is ideal for courtyards, alfresco areas, pots and low native borders where subtle elegance and fragrance are desired.\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 0.6–1.0 m H × 0.6–1.0 m W (compact, rounded shrub)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–30 cm per year under good conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine, glossy deep-green leaves; foliage may show soft bronze or olive tints in cool or dry conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Abundant rose-pink, star-shaped blooms mainly from autumn through spring\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1321\"\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers lightly citrus-scented; foliage aromatic when crushed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long flowering season from autumn to spring, combined with neat evergreen foliage year-round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers attract native bees and beneficial insects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate drought tolerance once established; heat tolerant in sheltered sites; wind sensitive; not suited to exposed coastal positions; light frost hardy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e Borders or mass planting: 1 plant per 0.8–1.2 m²; informal low hedge: space 0.8–1 m apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally regarded as non-toxic\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; best flowering in bright light with protection from harsh afternoon sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained sandy loam or loam; tolerates mildly acidic to neutral soils; dislikes heavy or waterlogged clay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Establishment: 2 deep soaks\/week for 8–12 weeks. Established: occasional deep watering during prolonged dry spells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low; light prune after flowering to maintain shape; avoid hard pruning into old wood; mulch annually and feed lightly with a low-phosphorus native fertiliser in spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–20+ years in suitable conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best suited to temperate and Mediterranean SA — Adelaide Plains, foothills and sheltered suburban gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slightly acidic to neutral\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\u003eFeature shrub in courtyards and sheltered alfresco areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative and cottage gardens needing winter–spring colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow borders and mass plantings with Correa, Westringia and Lomandra\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge pots near entries or outdoor seating for fragrance and colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge pots near entries or outdoor seating for fragrance and colour\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‘Stellarose’ offers soft pink flowers, gentle citrus fragrance and a naturally tidy form at a time of year when gardens often lack colour. Elegant, compact and distinctly Australian, it’s a beautiful low-maintenance choice for Adelaide gardens seeking winter interest, fragrance and year-round greenery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adelaide Plant Co","offers":[{"title":"140mm Pot","offer_id":48621226000636,"sku":"CROW-EXAL-STEL-140MM","price":12.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9282\/0220\/files\/crowea-exalata-stellarose-140mm-flower-adelaide-plant-co.png?v=1766458882","url":"https:\/\/adelaideplantco.com.au\/products\/crowea-exalata-stellarose","provider":"Adelaide Plant Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}