Propagation
Sow fresh seeds during early spring and pre-soak seeds in heated water for 24 hours. The seeds may require scarification.
Botanic information
Leaf: The dull green stiff textured linear leaves are arranged in a whorl or are opposite.
Flower: The small tubulate flowers are densely arranged in upright tapering spike that is up to 80mm (3in) long. They appear profusely from late winter to summer.
Fruit: The capsule is woody and the seeds are winged.
General pruning information
These plants tolerate a light prune to a node normally after flowering. Do not prune into old wood as it will not regenerate and if the plant has become leggy and woody it will not regenerate after a hard prune or it requires replacement.