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Hop Goodenia

Goodenia ovata
Hop Goodenia
Image by: Kevin Sparrow

An open erect straggling shrub with light green egg-shaped leaves and small sprays of bright yellow flowers that grows 1-2.5 metres tall. This plant grows in full sun to part shade and will a moderate frost and some salt exposure. It can become straggly and will require pruning to prevent  this. It is highly ornamental for more open locations, adds a natural element to a bush garden, attracts native butterflies and provides food for caterpillars.

Form
Shrub
Height
1-2m, 2-3m
Flowering Time
  • Summer
  • Autumn
  • Spring
Plant Origin
Local Native
Maintenance
  • Medium
Light
  • Sun
  • Part Shade
Water Requirement
Low
Tolerates
  • Heavy and Clay soil
  • Sandy Soil
  • Acidic Soils
  • Dry conditions
  • Some Coastal Exposure
Biodiversity Benefits
  • Birds
  • Butterfly Attracting
  • Lizard Habitat
Natural Occurence
Vic/SA/NSW/Qld/NT
Bush Tucker Plant
No