Boronia are generally small dense shrubs with delicate perfumed flowers appearing from late winter though to springtime. Boronia varieties may have clusters of little star-shaped flowers or bell-shaped pendulous flowers along its branches; these cut flowers add texture, colour and perfume to floral arrangements, making them a florist’s favourite.
These hardy easy-care shrubs prefer dappled light, well-drained soil and respond well to a light pruning after their flowering season is over. They grow well in containers, in the garden and thrive in coastal areas.
Boronia with about 160 species of flowering plants, is of the citrus family Rutaceae, most hail from Australia, with a few native to New Caledonia,

aka Mauve boronia

Boronia Denticulata - Mauve Boronia. The Mauve Boronia displays masses of Lilac Mauve starry flowers in winter and Spring. The leaves are strongly aromatic, small and light-green in colour. Easily grown in a lime-free soil. Prune hard after flowering.

 

aka Red Boronia

This Aussie shrub is a real show off with bright rosy red flowers that smother the fine green, fragrant foliage from late winter through to early summer. Happiest in a sunny well drained position with protection from harsh frost. Best to avoid Lime as prefers acid conditions. Evergreen.

 

aka Kalgan Boronia

This little Aussie has dainty, dark green, aromatic foliage and white bell shaped flowers in spring. The buds have just a touch of pink. Very pretty for a container or a sheltered spot in the garden. Plant in sun or part shade in well drained, acid soil. Avoid frost and avoid Lime. Evergreen. PVR.

 

aka Brown Boronia

One of the best things to come out of Australia - the beautiful smelling 'Boronia'. A delight to the senses, when we most need it in late winter. The little round brown and yellow flowers appear en masse and are highly fragrant. Dainty bronze-green foliage. Needs good drainage and acid soil. Evergreen.

Don't be disappointed if your Boronia does not have a long life, Mother Nature designed it that way as in Australia it usually naturally regenerates from seed after being destroyed by fire. Pruning immediately after flowering may assist re-growth.

 

Boronia Pinnata is an evergreen shrub found in the areas in Australia. The shrub can grow 2 metres high and wide. The Boronia is a hardy plant and can be used for medicinal purposes.

 

aka Boronia

A hybrid form of Boronia with large fragrant purple flowers that appear from spring to summer. The dainty green foliage is evergreen. Quite a vigorous grower that likes a semi-shaded spot and cool acid soil. Trim lightly after flowering, protect from harsh frost and avoid lime. PVR.