Candollea serrulata Plant Care

Candollea serrulata (Candollea serrulata) belongs to the Stylidiaceae family within the Candollea genus. Candollea serrulata is native to Australia.

Candollea serrulata displays a compact, low-spreading shrub growth habit, reaching up to 2.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 3 ft. Candollea serrulata produces small, white, star-shaped flowers in clusters.

Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Candollea serrulata every 7–10 days, soaking the whole root zone, until it is established — usually one to two growing seasons. Established shrubs mainly need water during long dry spells. In a container, water whenever the top few centimetres of soil are dry.

Candollea serrulata thrives in full sun to partial shade.

Candollea serrulata tolerates temperatures of 60–80°F. Candollea serrulata prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.

Well-draining loamy soil with added organic matter for moisture retention. Good drainage is essential for Candollea serrulata to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Candollea serrulata every 6 months during the growing season with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at the rate on the label. Established shrubs in good soil often need little extra feeding, so let weak growth or pale foliage guide you.

Stop feeding by late summer so new growth can harden before winter.

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Choose a spot with full sun to partial shade and well-draining loamy soil with added organic matter for moisture retention. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Candollea serrulata is suited to USDA Zone 13a.

Plant container-grown or balled-and-burlapped shrubs in spring or early autumn, setting the root flare at soil level, and water well after planting.

Candollea serrulata can spread to about 3 ft (0.9 m) and reach about 3 ft (1 m) tall. Space plants about 3 ft (0.9 m) apart so mature crowns don't crowd each other, and plant at least half that distance from buildings, fences and paths.

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Prune Candollea serrulata while it is dormant in late winter: first remove dead, damaged and crossing branches, then thin lightly for shape.

If it flowers in spring, prune right after flowering instead so you don't remove next year's buds. Never take off more than about a quarter of the shrub in one year.

Candollea serrulata is frost-tender (hardy to USDA zone 13). In colder areas grow it in a container and move it to a bright, frost-free place before the first frost.

Candollea serrulata can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings.

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Candollea serrulata is susceptible to aphids, scale insects, spider mites. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.

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Candollea serrulata grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Candollea serrulata is native to Australia. In cooler regions, grow Candollea serrulata as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.