Guitar Plant (Lomatia Tinctoria) is a perennial shrub in the Proteaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Lomatia tinctoria is a compact evergreen shrub native to Tasmania, known for its deeply divided dark green leaves and fragrant white flowers in midsummer.

Guitar Plant

Guitar Plant

Lomatia Tinctoria

Lomatia tinctoria is a compact evergreen shrub native to Tasmania, known for its deeply divided dark green leaves and fragrant white flowers in midsummer.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, groundcover, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Guitar Plant

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Proteaceae
Genus:Lomatia