Description
Gomphostigma virgatum (Buddlejaceae). River star(e) Otterbos (a) Very hardy, graceful, evergreen, water loving perennial shrub with grey leaves. It blooms profusely with spikes of white flowers almost all year round. This shrub grows well in both running water and in a normally irrigated garden. Prune regularly to keep neat. Plant in full sun or semi-shade in closely planted groups for a good show in the garden. Size 1m. Sowing : Sow seeds in springtime in a rich mixture and keep wet. Locality : Bloemfontein. Date of harvest : Sept 2013