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Plant Nest

Lemon Lime Willow Myrtle - Agonis flexuosa 'Lemon and Lime'

Name: Lemon Lime Willow Myrtle - Agonis flexuosa 'Lemon and Lime'
Brand: Plant Nest
SKU: Lemon Lime Willow Myrtle - 40cm
Price: 209.95 AUD
Availability: InStock

Compact native tree with elegant pendulous branches and deep burgundy foliage. Ideal as a feature, screen, or contrast tree in coastal gardens.

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Pot size:

40cm

Variant

Free Delivery to Melbourne Metro for Orders over $750.00*

Quick Facts

Position

Full sun to semi shade for best growth.

Size

Grows approximately 4-10m tall and 2-4m wide pendulous, broad domed habit.

Water

Low, drought and wind tolerant once established.

Uses

Feature tree, shade tree, coastal planting, windbreak, and native landscapes.

Description

Agonis flexuosa 'Lemon and Lime' is an elegant, weeping native tree prized for its luminous foliage. New growth emerges a brilliant golden-lemon before maturing into soft lime-green tones, providing continuous visual contrast throughout the year. Small white summer flowers add delicacy to its pendulous branches. Fast growing, hardy, and drought tolerant once established, it’s an ideal native alternative to the classic willow tree.

Key Features:

Graceful weeping form with fine textured golden-lemon new foliage.
Matures to soft lime green for year round colour contrast.
Hardy native tree with excellent drought and wind tolerance.
Perfect for coastal gardens, parks, and large residential landscapes.
Low maintenance and fast growing once established.

Growing & Care Guide

Soil: Prefers sandy or loamy soil; tolerates coastal and clay soils.
Light: Full sun to partial shade; stronger colour in full sun.
Watering: Low water needs once established.
Fertiliser: Apply a low phosphorus slow release fertiliser suitable for native plants.
Maintenance: Light pruning after flowering maintains shape and encourages new growth.
Flowering: White flowers appear in spring and summer.

Landscaping Ideas

'Lemon and Lime' creates movement and colour contrast in any garden design. Its fine, pendulous foliage softens structures and complements both native and modern settings. Ideal for use as a focal point, grouped avenue, or coastal windbreak where its luminous tones bring warmth to the landscape.

Expert Tip

Regular pruning from an early age helps maintain foliage density all the way to ground level.

FAQ's

Q: Is Agonis ‘Lemon and Lime’ suitable for coastal areas?

A: Yes, it thrives in coastal conditions and tolerates salt and wind.

Q: How fast does it grow?

A: It’s a fast growing native, reaching full size within 5-10 years.

Q: Can it be used as a hedge?

A: Yes, it can be lightly clipped to create a soft, flowing screen.

Why Choose Plant Nest?

At Plant Nest, we make it easy to buy plants online with delivery direct to your door. Every plant is hand-selected for quality, carefully packed, and backed by expert advice so you can grow with confidence.

Plant Nest Lemon Lime Willow Myrtle - Agonis flexuosa 'Lemon and Lime'

$262.95

$209.95

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