New South Wales Ironwood (Notelaea Ligustrina) is a perennial shrub in the Oleaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Notelaea ligustrina is a shrub or small tree native to southeastern Australia, known for its evergreen foliage and ability to grow in cool, moist forest environments.

New South Wales Ironwood

New South Wales Ironwood

Notelaea Ligustrina

Notelaea ligustrina is a shrub or small tree native to southeastern Australia, known for its evergreen foliage and ability to grow in cool, moist forest environments.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, dappled_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:screen, hedge, wildlife habitat

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for New South Wales Ironwood

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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:Oleaceae
Genus:Notelaea