Brachysema celsianum

Common Names: swan river pea

Family: Fabaceae

Origin: Australia

Type: Evergreen shrub

Size: Up to 6 ft. (usually low and spreading).

Flowers: Small pink to white flowers in clusters, winter to spring; leaves are gray and fuzzy. Berries follow.

Uses: Background, border.

Wildlife: Birds, butterflies attracted to nectar.

Soil: Tolerates a variety; should be well-drained.

Water: Little; test soil first.

Sun: Full sun to some shade.

Pruning: To shape.

Pests & Diseases: (None found.)

Notes: Tolerates some frost. All parts of plant are toxic. Also known as Gastrolobium celsianum. Hardy to 25° F.