Pultenaea Microphylla (Small-Leaved Bush-Pea)
Pultenaea Microphylla (Small-Leaved Bush-Pea)
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Pultenaea Microphylla (Small-Leaved Bush-Pea) is a charming Australian native shrub prized for its masses of vibrant pea-shaped flowers and naturally compact growth habit. In late winter through spring, the plant becomes covered in bright yellow flowers marked with rich orange to reddish-brown tones, creating a striking display that attracts native bees and other beneficial pollinators. Its fine, small evergreen foliage provides year-round texture, making it an excellent addition to native gardens, cottage-style landscapes, rockeries, and mixed shrub borders.
Easy to establish and well suited to a variety of well-drained soils, Pultenaea Microphylla is a hardy, low-maintenance choice for gardeners seeking seasonal colour with minimal care. Its compact size makes it ideal for smaller gardens, while its attractive natural form blends beautifully with other Australian native plants. Whether used as a feature shrub or planted in groups for greater visual impact, this species offers lasting ornamental appeal throughout the year.

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Mature height
0.8–1.5 m
Mature width
0.8–1.5 m
Spacing
1–1.5 m
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Small dark green foliage with bright yellow flowers featuring orange to reddish-brown markings.
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Flowering: Late winter to spring.
Sun tolerance
Full Sun to Part Shade
Maintenance
Low; lightly prune after flowering to maintain a compact shape.
Root System
Non-invasive, fibrous root system suited to well-drained soils.