Bursaria spinosa
Common name: Sweet Bursaria
Family: Pittosporaceae
Type: Shrub or small tree. Prune annually to prevent the plant becoming straggly.
Size: 3-4 metres
Naturally occurring : widespread along East Coast, including Central Coast
Flowers: Small white
Flowering period: Summer
Soil/drainage: Moist, well drained
Sun Exposure: Flowers best in full sun
Other features: Prickly foliage great bird protection (not so good for gardeners), and scented flowers are loved by bees.
Photos are examples only and are a guide to what your plant could be like when mature.
Photos: Barbara Melville, Warren and Gloria Sheather, M Donald and J Tann