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Gardening with
Indigenous Plants
Indigenous Plant Use Identification & Control
of Common Weeds

Botanical Name:Goodenia ovata 
Synonym(s):   Goodenia acuminata 
Common Name:Hop Goodenia 
Sold As:Tube ($2.00)
Plant
Type(s):
Low Growing Shrub (30 cm to 1 m), Medium Shrub (1 to 2 m), Bee Attracting, Bird Attracting, Butterfly Attracting, Insect Attracting
Growing
Conditions:
Full Sun, Partial Shade, Shade
Moist
Size
(HxW):
1-2.5 m x 1-3 m
Foliage:Light green egg-shaped, toothed leaves 3-8 cm x 1-4 cm, on stalk to 3 cm.
Flowers:Small bright yellow sprays of 3-6 well displayed open flowers, August-February
General
Comments:

A pioneer plant which requires pruning to prevent straggliness. Plant under established trees. Adds a natural element to a bush garden.  Will tolerate periods of waterlogging. Tolerates drought and light frosts.

Further
Information:
  1. Whitehorse Council 
  2. Yarra Ranges Council 
  3. Australian Plant Society (NSW) 
  4. Australian Native Plants Society 
  5. Wikipedia (free online encyclopedia) 
  6. Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria (VICFLORA) 


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