Zieria citriodora - Lemon-scented Zieria

Zieria citriodora (Lemon-scented Zieria) is a low-growing, aromatic Australian native groundcover shrub that typically reaches 15–20 cm in height and spreads to about 30 cm wide. It has dense, dark green, trifoliate leaves with a strong lemon scent when crushed, providing a delightful fragrance to gardens.

Key Features:

• Growth Habit: Low, spreading, evergreen groundcover shrub
• Height & Spread: Approximately 15 cm tall and 30 cm wide
• Foliage: Trifoliate (three-part) dark green leaves with lemon scent when crushed
• Flowers: Small, pale pink to white flowers appearing in clusters from late winter to summer
• Climate Tolerance: Frost tolerant, prefers well-drained acidic soil
• Uses: Ideal as groundcover, underplanting beneath gum trees, in pots or containers, and wildlife-friendly gardens

Growing Conditions: Grows well in dappled or filtered light, perfect for east-facing and south-facing areas. Requires regular watering until established, mulch to maintain moisture, low fertilizer needs. Generally disease resistant and attracts beneficial pollinators such as bees.

Zieria citriodora is a charming, fragrant, and hardy native plant that enhances gardens with its aromatic foliage, delicate flowers, and beneficial wildlife attraction.