Gastrolobium sericeum 'Black'
Black Swan River Pea,
A$9.00
Gastrolobium sericeum 'Black', also known as the Black Swan River Pea, is a hardy Australian native groundcover striking for its rare inky-black pea-flowers and silvery-green foliage. It typically grows as a low-spreading shrub reaching roughly 0.5m to 1m in height with a spread of up to 2m, making it ideal for rockeries or dramatic borders.
Quick Care Guide
Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to part shade; more sun typically leads to heavier flowering.
Soil: Requires well-drained soil, but is adaptable to various types including clay and sand.
Hardiness: Drought-tolerant once established and frost hardy.
Flowering: Masses of black flowers appear from late winter through spring (September to December).
Key Features
Dramatic Blooms: The unique pendulous flowers are a deep purple-black that attracts nectar-feeding native birds.
Silky Foliage: Features small, leathery green leaves that are often glossy on top and silvery-hairy underneath.
Wildlife Value: Excellent for attracting honeyeaters and butterflies to the garden.
Available in 14cm pots
