Mighty Tuff®

Sweet Pea Shrub 180MM

Polygala x dalmaisiana

I am Sweet Pea Shrub. My family originated from South Africa.

Habit Shrub - Non-invasive form
Plant family Polygalaceae
I am a super tough and delightful compact shrub bearing attractive purple and white pea shaped flowers from late winter through to spring. My form has been grown for many years by my breeder and not shown signs of being invasive, unlike some other Polygala species. I naturally form a rounded shape without pruning making me ideal for informal and colourful hedges. I am tolerant of frost, dry conditions and poor soils. Give me a prune after I have finished flowering to keep me looking at my best
I am popular and will make you happy because...
I produce masses of purple pea-shaped flowers from late winter into spring
I am great for garden beds, shrubberies & grown as an informal hedge
I grow well in pots & am a great way to brighten up patios & paved areas
Features
Ideal light: Full Sun to Part ShadeI thrive in full sun to part shade
Height: 1.5m Width: 1.5m(Size at point of sale approx. 55cm including pot)
Water needs: Low (once established)I tolerate dryness & require minimal water once established
I thrive in sandy soils & perform well in most free draining soils
Frost tolerance: High

Plant features

Cut flowers Coastal tolerant Purple And White flowers Green foliage Flowers Aug-Nov
Plant me:
  • In garden beds and general landscaping
  • In pots and other containers
  • As a hedge or screening plant
Tips for success

Prune me after flowering to improve my shape & maintain my compact habit

Suggested spacing: 1m apart.

Give me a light prune to shape after flowering to help me maintain a compact habit

Full Sun to Part Shade (4+ hours of direct sun)

Once established, check soil moisture and water during extended dry periods.

Planting & care

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Planting tips

Give me a light prune to shape after flowering to help me maintain a compact habit

How to plant successfully
Ask your retailer for Sweet Pea Shrub by Southern Plants. Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Availability in individual stores varies; contact your retailer before visiting.
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Sweet Pea Shrub

Polygala x dalmaisiana

Mighty Tuff® · Southern Plants

Pot size: 180mm

Product code: POLDAL18S

Bunnings Fineline: 0137702

Barcode: 9319711032578

Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Ask your retailer for this Southern Plants plant and pot size; availability in individual stores varies.