A compact, native shrub that is evergreen and having greenish-bronze, aromatic foliage with masses of double, crimson flowers from mid to late Winter and into Spring that attract bees. Very hardy and adapts well to many situations. May be grown infull sun or partial shade with average type soils that are moist but free-draining and suitable for growing in exposed, coastal locations. Tolerates periods of drought once established.
On average, they grow to about 1m both in height and width.