Baeckea plants and species include Baeckea ramosissima or Rosy Heath Myrtle and Baeckea virgata a taller growing species to 2m and its dwarf form that will reach only 1m. Baekea are a drought tolerant plant once established and flowers can be cut for backing in floristry. Full sun but semi shade is best, can be lightly pruned after flowering to help maintain shape. Baeckea linifolia is known as 'Swamp Myrtle' Baeckea are found both in New Caledonia and Australia, some plants previously named as Baeckea have recently been reclassified, so watch for a little confusion here. |
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| Baeckea are related to Leptospermum and have tea tree like flowers, drought tolerant, Baeckea are a reasonably tough plant and can be used for cut flowers. A well drained humus rich soil and a sunny position is best for Baeckea. Baeckea are sometimes called 'Heath Myrtle'. Baekea ramosissima is found across Southern Victoria and along coastal New South Wales. Baekea gunniana is a Tasmanian species. Baekea crenatifolia is a taller growing variety with white flowers. |
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